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Senior Site Planner

East Hertfordshire
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Senior Site Planner

Wood have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Site Planner to join our team on a part-time (approx 20 hours per week) PSC contract basis. This position is based at our Client's offices in Ware, Hertfordshire and requires on-site attendance.

The Role

You will prepare, review and report accurate project schedules and plans in support of the robust control of projects throughout their life cycle.

Preparation and submission of project schedules and plans, ensuring schedules and plans are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements and Wood policies, procedures, and standards.

Supporting the management and development of the Planning team, the management of project schedules and plans, and the preparation and filing of project planning documentation. As a Senior Planner, you may act as the focal point for several project scopes.

Wood, and our client, are committed to maintaining the highest standards of Data Security and Protection. Candidates applying for this role will be expected to demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding confidential information at all times.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Why join Integrated Engineering Solutions?

The Integrated Engineering Solutions business, which sits within the Operations area of Wood, can offer a wide range of opportunities which will allow you to develop your skills across a portfolio of onshore projects in different sectors. Our current portfolio includes green hydrogen and fuel switching, as well as supporting local clients with energy transition. Additionally, we work on UK refineries, petrochemical facilities, fine chemicals and pharmaceutical facilities. We have a number of clients who we are working with to design their pilot plants to test exciting new technologies, with a view to partnering with them as they move to design and build full scale commercial facilities.

We have some of the best engineers in the UK, and we have high expectations on the performance of the project teams. Come and join us and be part of the team at this exciting time.

Please note that all employment is subject to completion of mandatory pre-employment screening checks relevant to this role.

#RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review and maintain planning control structures are developed and maintained in alignment with approved project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
  • Review and maintain baseline project plans and schedules using appropriate scheduling software
  • Monitor and control planning activities through all phases of project lifecycle
  • Liaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, including third parties, to maintain awareness of project activities, their status, and their impact on the project schedule and manpower requirements
  • Provide copies of project plans and schedules in accordance with project reporting requirements
  • Provide copies of project progress and performance status reports in accordance with project reporting requirements
  • Review and issue updates to project plans and schedules
  • Review and issue updates to project manpower requirements
  • Monitor and assess schedule impact of change notifications
  • Monitor and review overall project progress status, achievement of major milestones, and evaluate project performance in relation to planned performance
  • Attend internal project progress and performance status meetings as required
  • Liaise with cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the schedules
  • Participate in schedule risk analysis as required
  • Participate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews
  • Play an active role in the mentoring and career development of Planning personnel

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Responsible for ensuring that:

  • Project schedules are maintained in accordance with approved contract and project Work Breakdown Structure
  • Project plans and schedules are issued in accordance with contract reporting calendar and on an as required basis
  • All project schedules are fully logic linked and show the critical path and total float for all activities
  • The project schedule is baselined at the time of approval by the client of funding for the project
  • All project schedules contain resources in accordance with the corporate standards
  • Work packs delivery milestones are clearly identified within the project schedules
  • A standard set of agreed milestones are maintained within both the schedule and the cost reporting database

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What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

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Expected:

  • ISCED level 6 (Bachelors) Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience)
  • Relevant scheduling / planning experience
  • Competent in Primavera P6 and other scheduling software and related tools and techniques including Logic and CPM analysis, resource loading and levelling
  • Advanced knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Scheduling
  • Understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilities
  • Ability to develop project schedules and plans
  • Advanced ability to prepare resource loading, progress and staffing plans
  • Excellent understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses / trending and what-if scenarios
  • Understanding of project management principles and techniques
  • Strong understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management
  • Prior experience in a senior planning role

Personal Attributes:

  • Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & Behaviours
  • Applies analytical and statistical evaluation
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environment
  • Strong communication skills both written and oral
  • Uses initiative, experience and a proactive approach to problem solving
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Demonstrates effective organization & project planning skill

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

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