If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.

We are looking for a P6 Proficient Planner to join our  team at AWE Nuclear Security Technologies. 

Package: £41,000 to 50,000 dependant on experience

Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke

AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Up to one day on site.

A typical day could look like this:

Maintaining a number of P6 plansDepending on business rhythm, supporting month end schedule health checksMaintaining and improving schedule qualityEngaging with Project StakeholdersSupporting schedule updates in line with the business rhythmCreating scenario plans and preparing for change controlProducing reporting for Project Teams and Senior LeadersChallenging logic – understanding how activities connect to each otherDriving efficiencies

We would like you to have previous experience:

Proficient with Primavera P6 or similar platformInterfacing with Contractors. Knowledge of NEC4, standard form of contract, is preferable.Planning and Controls Training APMG project planning and control - or extensive other controls experienceQualified to APMG Industry standardAt least one year working as a Planner on a large scale project

You will be responsible for:

Creation of the Work breakdown structure, Resource loading, Project level IMS (Integrated Master Schedule), and Project-specific basis of scheduling documents.Input into the month-end process including updating schedule progress, undertaking schedule forecasting, updating milestone status and critical path analysis, and undertaking schedule performance review including EV variance analysis.Providing Planning input to Investment approval and Change control process, Risk and Opportunity process, and Peer reviews.Production of Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with the appropriate procedures and guidelines.Proposing solutions and workarounds to address schedule performance issues.Ensuring understanding of responsibilities and demonstrating appropriate behaviours in line with the Company’s environmental, health, safety, security, quality and ethics standards.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate some of the following:

Development, integration, and analysis of project plans.Knowledge or experience of using best practice planning processes and tools.Understanding of confidence modelling processes and techniques.Highly developed interpersonal skills focused on achieving and maintaining effective working relationships to meet the project goals.Excellent analytical skills along with the ability to read and interpret charts and spreadsheets.Ability to manage priorities and work to challenging timescales.Ability to deliver objectives on time and to high quality with minimum supervision.

We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point below, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

           

Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:

9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work. 270 hours holiday Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions)A truly meaningful role where your hard work impacts on our mission to keep the nation safe and secure.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Important things you need to know:

We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closesThere will be a P6 Proficiency test as part of the recruitment journey

We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during your recruitment journey. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations.

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Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.