Senior Planning Engineer - Defence

Overview

Be the essence of collaboration.

Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together.

Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work.

Your role

• To drive the overall integrated P6 programme.
• To liaise with Project Managers to maintain programme schedules and provide hierarchical performance reporting. To correlate schedule, cost and risk assessments to inform decision-making and lead on "what-if" scenario planning.
• To provide detailed analysis of contractors’ programmes. To lead on integrating scheduling across all projects within your remit.
• To support the Project Controls Manager and lead on contractor requirerments, working with delivery and procurement teams.
• To collaborate with project delivery teams, specialist client directorates and external stakeholders. And to proactively drive continuous improvement and provide specialist advice.

About you

• A track record of achievement in planning within large-scale defence or nuclear projects. Experience in leading teams of professionals in a complex business environment.
• Construction project planning expertise gained across a range of large, complex, multi-disciplinary projects, with a sound understanding of project management principles and applications.
• An understanding of commercial elements within large, complex projects and a track record of achievement in driving value.
• A good understanding of programme contractual requirements, including NEC clauses. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A recognised degree or similar professional qualification.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

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 creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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