Planning Engineer

Planning Engineer

12 months

Whitehaven

This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment to deliver projects of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, multi-disciplinary project teams, and the Client on a diverse portfolio of challenging projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update and maintain full lifecycle project schedules in Primavera P6, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives and delivery targets.
• Update and maintain Programme-level tactical/delivery plans.
• Work closely with Project Managers to support project forecasting, progress reporting, and scenario planning for change requests.
• Generate resource profiles to support the efficient deployment of project resources.
• Produce and interpret earned value management (EVM) metrics, including performance analysis and variance reporting.
• Ensure programmes comply with NEC 3/4 contract requirements and utilise CEMAR for contract management activities.
• Attend regular progress meetings to capture schedule updates and to provide clear insight on programme performance and critical path impacts.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a project planning role within engineering, construction, or nuclear sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and other planning methodologies.
• Proficient in creating detailed costed & resourced schedules, progress updates, and performance analytics.
• Must hold appropriate Security Clearance and be a Sellafield pass holder.
• Experience with IWM (Integrated Work Management) is desirable.

Working Arrangements

• Full time position – 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
• Flexible working arrangements in line with project and Client needs, with a requirement to spend a minimum of 2 days per week in the Whitehaven office.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for [role] looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.