Scheduler / Project Planner

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

Our Project & Programme Services team are proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious construction projects across the world. It's thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise and knowledge. Join us and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

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The Atkins Realis Manchester office is seeking to recruit a Scheduler/Project Planner within our Industry Business Sector. This business sector contains a number of blue-chip client organisations and as a result some of the projects we work on are high profile and have a high capital value. We are looking for individuals that can manage project scheduling activities on site for the client and form part of a team approach to project delivery. The Candidate will be a key member of the relevant site-based client team and have the responsibility of day-to-day client liaison. This is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic individual with an experienced background of scheduling in the industry sector, ideally process, petro-chemical, pharmaceutical, or nuclear to join our team; in return AtkinsRéalis will provide the necessary support to develop your career to the next level.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provision of a Scheduling service to single or multiple projects within a portfolio.
• Experience with Scheduling applications in Primavera P6.
• Assist in the preparation and update of individual Project Schedules as required.
• Coordinate with the project QS to ensure cost / schedule integration.
• Ensure monthly updates of all schedules are completed before the end of the month for reporting.
• Carry out the schedule control in accordance with the client process and procedures.
• Support the Project Manager in all aspects of setting up the project Master Schedule.
• Initiate, maintain and follow-up the Project Master Schedule and critical path for the Project.
• Perform technical schedule analysis (review of float, logic, etc.) for the schedule as well as updates and revisions during the life of the project.
• Make sure that all contractor schedules are in line with the Project Master Schedule.
• Initiate and monitor the progress measurement in the project.
• Initiate, co-ordinate and review all time estimates required during the project life cycle.
• Validate accuracy and completeness of all Project Controls Scheduling information.
• Provide on regular basis look ahead schedule including previous period, present period, upcoming period.
• Perform “What if” analyses whenever necessary and propose corrective actions to be taken in order to bring the project back on track.
• Monitor agreed corrective actions.
• Draft the Time related sections of the monthly progress report and all other local reports with the respect to schedule and progress.
• Understand and assist with earned value / progress measurement systems, reflecting productivity trends, as necessary.
• Assist in managing, controlling and tracking the project cashflow against the baseline budget.

Requirements:

• Degree qualified (in an engineering or construction related subject).
• Conversant in all aspects of scheduling duties.
• Referral of potential problem areas to Team Leader.
• Ability to work with the minimum of supervision and on own initiative.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK. 

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AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

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Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview, and we’ll discuss any adjustments you might need.

New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis.  It will take some time for all our information to update – you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below.

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Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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Link: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equality-diversity-and-inclusion-uk-europe