Lead Planning Engineer

4 hours ago

Dartford, United Kingdom AM Global Full time

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Planner to join our dynamic team in Dartford. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project planning, particularly within the Rail or Highways sector and be proficient in Primavera software. You will play a critical role in ensuring the successful planning and execution of projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and deadlines.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Planning: Overseeing the planning stages of a project, including defining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements

Scheduling: Creating project schedules using project management software (Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project) and identifying critical paths.

Monitoring: Keeping track of project progress and updating schedules as needed

Communicating: Keeping stakeholders informed and ensuring projects stay on track

Managing: Support the Project Manager in Managing budgets, resources, stakeholders, and risks

Creating reports: Producing reports for project managers

Risk management: Identifying and mitigating risks that could delay deliverables, increase costs, or cause scope creep

Key Tasks

Develop and maintain detailed project plans using Primavera and MS Project, including schedules, resource allocation, and budget management.

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Monitor project progress, development of S-Curves, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Facilitate communication between teams to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.

Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.

Assist in the identification and procurement of necessary resources for project execution.

Key Measurables

Demonstration of understanding of the project.

Timely return of project schedule/programme requirements

Proactive monitoring of project progress and development of reports/updates.

Maintain consistent and clear communication with the project manager.

Identify potential project efficiencies relating to cost, schedule or resource management.

Development of action plans to correct any project deviations in collaboration with the project manager.

Regular updating of key stakeholders.

Key Behaviours

Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Role Title:

Senior Project Planner

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education and Qualifications Specific to Role

Essential Qualifications

Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Must be capable of producing project plans from design and commercial information.

Excellent report writing skills.

Time management essential to satisfy demands of busy schedule.

Desirable Qualifications or Equivalent Experience

Relevant degree or certification in Project Planning / Management or related field is preferred.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

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