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Planner – Reading/Bristol/Plymouth (Hybrid)
A Career at KBR Can Change the World (and Your Life)
KBR’s team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology, and engineering solutions, along with mission-critical services. Our work helps governments and companies globally achieve their most critical objectives—while advancing sustainability goals.
About the Role
As a Planner at KBR, you will:
- Develop, coordinate, and implement project plans and schedules in line with company policies and procedures.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure objectives are met within timelines and budgets.
- Oversee program delivery for infrastructure , civil engineering, and build projects, ensuring smooth and efficient execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan & Schedule: Create detailed project plans and schedules, ensuring all activities are clearly defined, monitored, and controlled.
- Risk Management: Work with project teams to identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, while developing contingency plans.
- Stakeholder Communication: Report project progress, risks, and status updates to stakeholders, including senior management.
- Compliance & Delivery: Guarantee project deadlines and budgets are met, while ensuring work aligns with company policies.
- Advisory Support: Provide mentorship to project teams on best practices and procedural compliance.
- Recording & Reporting: Maintain accurate records, updating plans as required for program success.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in project reviews, contributing to refinement of planning and scheduling methodologies.
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Experience Required
- Proven expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
- Strong understanding of engineering and commercial aspects of major civil and infrastructure projects, including infrastructure planning and delivery.
- Competency in:
- CPM networks
- Resource/cost loading
- Risk management techniques
- Ability to analyse progress trends, identify patterns, and recommend corrective actions.
- Capable of working under pressure, adhering to strict deadlines while maintaining quality.
Qualifications & Certifications
- Report Writing competency.
- Project Planning & Scheduling experience (including use of tools like Primavera P6, Pertmaster).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Location & Contract Details
Primary Work Locations:
- Reading
- Bristol
- Plymouth
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (flexible office/remote options).
Security Clearance:
- SC (Secret Clearance) required.
Additional Requirements:
- Due to project security, UK residency and nationality restrictions apply.
KBR Benefits & Culture
Belong. Connect. Grow.
At KBR, we put our people at the heart of everything—:Zero Harm, People First.
Our culture encourages: ✓ Inclusivity – where every voice is valued. ✓ Collaboration – fostering unparalleled teamwork. ✓ Professional Growth – unlocking opportunities to build your career.
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Diversity & Equality at KBR
KBR is committed to equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, celebrating differences in race, colour, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, nationality, and veteran status.
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