144420 – Planning Lead - UK Position: Planning Lead – Mechanical & Electrical Location: Billingham, UK Company Description We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor. Job Description Working Pattern: Standard working or rotation basis (depending on candidates’ preference) Project Value: €70M circa Duration: 12-months Based in Billingham, UK, reporting to the Project Managers, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning activities and progress reporting of the mechanical and electrical works for a large value, high-tech manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be required to manage all aspects of planning and reporting including work sequencing, activity durations, programme logic and will be required to produce periodic progress reports including percentage complete, S/E ratios and KPI’s. Skills And Requirements Support PMT in development and execution of project programmes Manage and support team members in executing the project Knowledge of forensic planning and delay claim analysis Solid knowledge and understanding of mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems Relevant 3rd level qualification Minimum of 8years post qualification experience (preferably including M&E contracting experience) Experience in Primavera P6 software required (min 5years) Ability to interrogate & challenge where necessary Main Contractor / General Contractor programmes Responsibilities Leading the planning role in development of detailed EPC construction schedules for baseline agreement with client and post baseline impacted schedules as required. Complete schedule health checks prior to baselining for accuracy, integrity and critical path validation Ability to fully resource loaded schedules, produce and track KPI’s Ensuring accuracy and timely updating of construction schedule Track planned versus actual EV progress Working with team members to unsure system in place to capture and log any issues via the appropriate change control mechanisms Attending site meetings as required (internal and client based) Monitoring original versus actual budgets for scope growth/changes Monitoring & updating inhouse database project control system Monitoring fabrication workshop production and site installation progress Productivity tracking of craft labour Spent vs Earned hours Ensure planning owned deliverables in the production of weekly /monthly construction reports are completed on-time Producing weekly, monthly and periodic reports for internal and external purposes Benefits We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs. If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles. Please note, we are currently not accepting applications from agencies, for this role at this time. IJA