Senior Project Planner

About this opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Planner/Controls Engineer to join our team in Leeds. The role is to provide planning & scheduling support to the Project Controls Manager and wider Project Management Team and will involve working on a portfolio of engineering and construction projects in various sectors including Distribution Centres, Pharma, Healthcare, Government, Data Centres among others.

As a consultancy, Gleeds provide our professional services to a range of clients; their needs are very specific, therefore we work in a capacity to support our clients and assist them in a range of project controls focused outputs. Our potential new colleague should be proficient in planning software specifically P6, experience using Asta and Microsoft Project. Experience in Power BI and data analytics desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Implement planning & scheduling processes for a portfolio of projects.
2. Understand and use the software, systems and related tools.
3. Understand the schedule updates, backup requirements and reporting cycles.
4. Ensure project schedules are stored correctly and named appropriately in the project SharePoint sites.
5. Ensure monthly updates of all schedules are completed before the end of the month for reporting.
6. Reporting is maintained for own projects and reports are up to date.
7. Coordinate with PMs and project teams to establish specific project responsibilities.
8. Lead the development of detailed project schedules, including baseline schedules.
9. Lead interactive planning sessions with project teams and other stakeholders, as necessary.
10. Understand and implement time risk allowances (TRA), ensuring it is appropriately implemented.
11. Perform technical schedule analysis (review of float, logic, etc.)
12. Regularly report against project progress and ensure schedule information is included in project reports.
13. Review schedules from Contractors and supply partners to integrate into project plans.
14. Review Contractors schedules and provide assurance to our clients of schedule integrity.
15. Propose different priority of activities as appropriate, and review with the project team.
16. Review project and contractor changes for appropriate schedule impact.
17. Resource and cost load schedules, when necessary.
18. Coordinate with the project QS to ensure cost/schedule integration.
19. Implementation of EVM practices if required.
20. Assist in managing, controlling and tracking the project cashflow against the baseline budget.
21. Proactively review NEC Contractor Programme submissions and feedback to PM on appropriate response.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

1. Structure opportunities to develop and grow your career to Planning/Project Controls Manager and beyond.
2. A contributory pension scheme.
3. Employee Assistance Programme.
4. Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme.
5. Flexible working arrangements.

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

Essential:

1. Experience in projects and/or construction management.
2. Experience in project controls – planning and scheduling.
3. Thorough knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling.
4. Experience using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and Asta.
5. Experience in various software systems including Microsoft Office.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentations and reports.
7. Proven team contributor, willing to consider and accept other views and concepts in reaching critical decisions.

Desirable:

1. Knowledge of NEC 3/4 contracts and JCT.
2. Experience using CEMAR or alternative Contract Management software.
3. Experience of contract tendering and administration.
4. Understanding of cost control and estimating.
5. Power BI and Dashboard reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Degree (preferable) in an engineering/construction related subject with 6 to 10 years related experience.

Skills:

1. Risk management.
2. Good facilitation and analytical skills.
3. Ability to deliver results on time, on budget, and to the high standards.
4. Ability to quickly gain the technical, behavioural and contextual elements of a project.
5. Project reporting.
6. Strong drive and resilience.
7. Action and result oriented.
8. Ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels.
9. A willingness to see things through to the end.
10. A team player who is comfortable working with other professionals.
11. Ability to influence people at all levels.
12. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
13. Being an inspirational leader who can demonstrate enthusiasm, passion.

About us:

A world of opportunity

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

• Professionalism with personality.
• Excellence with humility.
• Innovation with agility.

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.