Denholm Industrial Services
Project Scheduler / Planner
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Project Scheduler / Planner
Project Scheduler / Planner – Plymouth, Full-Time
Company The Denholm Group is an international family-owned business founded in 1866. We are a leading operator in Shipping, Logistics, Seafoods, and Industrial Services. Operating under the Denholm Standard, we uphold integrity, fairness, and respect while delivering high-quality, reliable services.
Denholm Industrial Services specialises in scaffolding and access solutions, metal and floor surface preparation, and protective coatings, often working in challenging environments. This comprehensive approach minimises on-site interfaces, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality in every project.
If you thrive in a dynamic, innovative team while supporting sustainability goals, explore exciting opportunities with us.
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Position: [Project Scheduler / Planner] (Full-Time) Location: Plymouth Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We seek an experienced Project Scheduler / Planner to support the delivery of industrial service projects within the marine and ship repair sector. Working alongside Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and operational/commercial teams, you will play a key role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating resources across multiple projects, including marine refits, repairs, and maintenance.
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This role requires a proactive individual who can:
- Develop robust project schedules
- Accurately forecast labour, plant, and equipment to ensure timely, safe, and efficient delivery
- Maintain overall project efficiency while collaborating across teams
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed project programmes from tender through completion
- Produce short-, medium-, and long-term labour forecasts across multiple projects
- Forecast plant, equipment, and material requirements aligned with schedules
- Monitor actual vs. forecasted labour and plant utilisation, identifying variances
- Track project progress and update schedules using site updates and reports
- Identify programme risks, delays, and resource constraints, proposing mitigation strategies
- Coordinate resource planning across projects to optimise efficiency
- Prepare weekly and monthly planning reports for senior management
- Collaborate with project teams to meet milestones
- Support tender planning and resource estimation for new projects
- Maintain accurate records of resource allocation, productivity, and performance
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Skills & Experience
Essential
✔ Experience as a Project Planner, Scheduler, or Project Controls professional in:
- Industrial services
- Engineering
- Ship repair
- Marine industry
✔ Experience with labour, plant, and equipment forecasting
✔ Proficiency in project scheduling software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent)
✔ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (data analysis, modelling, reporting)
✔ Ability to analyse project data and produce clear, actionable reports
✔ Strong organisation and communication skills
✔ Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Desirable
🔹 Experience in:
- Marine refits, dry dock operations, naval support, offshore services, or heavy engineering
🔹 Understanding of Critical Path Methodology (CPM) and resource-loaded scheduling
🔹 Familiarity with:
- Project reporting
- Earned value management
- Performance metrics
🔹 Knowledge of HSES (Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability) requirements
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Company pension
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
- Exciting, diverse projects
- Career progression within a growing organisation
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