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 Clients 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.

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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.

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

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