Project Planner
What you’ll be doing:
* Translation of the ship design into Level 1/Level 2 schedules, objective, resourcing & budget
* Responsible for delivery of an enabled network schedule in line with the Integrated Master Schedule, declared cardinal dates and quarterly look-ahead aspirations
* Responsible for the allocation of task budgets & alignment of work scope budgets with Project/CAM (Control Account Manager) targets
* Accountable for maintaining quality standards within Plans and compliance to governance measures
* Provide key support and guidance to the CAM and IPT Managers through regular engagement and a visible presence “on the Floor” as the project moves through all phases, Engineering, Supply Chain, Build, Commissioning, and Acceptance
* Be informed and able to validate, advise & question progress & completion forecasts, identifying schedule risk and required enablers
Your skills and experiences:
Essential:
* Understanding of Planning structures and principles (WBS, PBS (Product Breakdown Structure))
* Advanced IT skills and proficient in the use of Primavera P6
* Excellent communication skills with demonstrable stakeholder relationship experience
* Experience in Defence or related Engineering or Production environment
Desirable:
* Detailed knowledge of the business phases of engineering, supply chain, Build, Commissioning, and Acceptance
Benefits:
You’ll receive benefits including a generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible and hybrid working, group health, dental, and vision benefits as well as life insurance – you may also be eligible for an annual bonus.
In addition, you will also be entitled to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) company match of up to 5% of your annual salary.
The Project team:
As a Scheduler you will be responsible for the development and definition of Project activities which allow the assigning of resource and application of workable objectives within the planning toolset. Liaising directly with the key project stakeholders you will monitor feedback and report on the network schedules to both internal and external customers. You will be responsible for the development & definition of Level 1 or Level 2 schedules from Statement of Work (SOW) / Project Control Account requirements aligning to the Naval Ships WBS.
The Scheduling team offers exciting career opportunities in this critical skill area and associated development activity. In this role, you will be a key part of the PMO delivering on a dynamic programme.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
Closing Date: November 8th, 2024
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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