Planning Engineer

KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. We are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site found in Plymouth and we are seeking a Planning Engineer. The role will suit a mix of project and site-based work, with some travelling, sometimes working autonomously to fulfill the role and planning requirements of the project.

Due to the site being a high-security military navy base, additional security checks will need to be made - BPSS/SC level of security clearance is required. These checks can take up to 8 weeks to process. Only candidates holding EU & NATO member passports and have at least 5 years UK Residency can be considered for this role.

Your work environment

• BAM operates a flexible working policy 
• hybrid working 3 days on site / 2 days remote

Your mission

• Develop and mature programme for construction of the PSF/GPF.
• Construct and maintain detailed work package programmes (in P6 - training will be provided)) including assisting in resource and cost loading for EV purposes.
• Assimilate and interpret information from current project documentation and instructed change.
• Input into construction techniques and buildability of construction methods
• Co-ordinate with commercial and project teams on all programme aspects relating to PSF/GPF work scope.
• Compile concise narratives, phasing, reports and supporting documents for input into submissions for programmes and change events.
• Co-ordinate short term planning, using Aphex, with the project teams.
• Be part of ownership of the programme to drive work package delivery.
• Contribute, support, and communicate programme information, risk and commercial issues to operational teams in a variety of formats.
• Contribute to collaborative planning workshops with clients, operational teams, and subcontractors. 
• Update and monitor project progress, compile reports against project and contract requirements
• Introduce and analyse change in programmes and support the commercial teams.
• Evaluate supply chain and subcontract programmes and advise of quality / compliance where necessary.
• Follow business processes and systems of both joint venture partners.
• Maintain awareness of latest construction techniques

Who are we looking for?

The role typically requires the following; however, training and mentoring will be given:

• A qualification in civil engineering or construction to HND level or equivalent
• Previous experience and a sound knowledge of construction techniques, with a good commercial and contractual acumen.
• A Planning Engineer looking for next career step.
• Comfortable in client facing situations.
• A demonstrable ability to develop, own and drive programmes, along with managing sub-contractor programmes.
• A clear ability for logical thinking and working in an ordered fashion.
• Experience and understanding of planning techniques.
• The ability to communicate effectively.
• Capability in the use of some standard planning software, (preferably P6) and 4D software – training/support will be available as and when required.
• Knowledgeable in use of design software (CAD and Civils 3D, Revit), able to read & interrogate 3D models.
• The ability to work to defined, often challenging, timescales.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships on projects and interface with operational teams.
• Commercial awareness
• Must be able to pass all National Security checks for MOD facilities.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8 % matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

BAM Nuttall is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.