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Hybrid in Manchester·Added 2 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Costain

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Manchester

Skills

Requirements

Essential

Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths.

Desirable

HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a planning related discipline
APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner or equivalent
PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)

The role

This role supports Costain for the Reactor Height Reduction Project at Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) Trawsfynydd Site, based in North Wales. The 3.5 year project will involve the partial demolition of each RB's, reducing the overall height and reducing the current asset management liability. In addition, an extensive package of civil new build and remedial Works will be delivered prolonging the durability of the retained structures. A first of its kind for the Nuclear Sector; this challenging and exciting project which includes a wide supply chain will significantly reduce the uncertainty associated with the current condition of the reactor buildings and lessen the visual impact caused by the Reactor Buildings on the Snowdonia National Park.

Responsibilities

Develop of breakdown structures, quality criteria, product descriptions and monitoring strategy.
Enquire and record and then test project assumptions to ensure that plans are realistic and achievable.
Regular interfacing and integration with the project controls team to maintain an aligned financial position with the Project Plan.
Support the project manager to identify options to optimise delivery through resource smoothing, resource levelling and rescheduling of activities.
Identify wider resource requirements for the delivery of the project.
Ensure that stakeholder requirements are understood and addressed in reporting arrangements.
Provide advice on planning processes throughout the lifecycle of the project.
Support capability building and the use of best practice in planning and reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential

Primavera (P6) trained and experienced
Experience in building cost and resource loaded plans
Experience and show understanding of Earned Value Analysis as a reporting tool
Proactive work ethic and comfortable in challenging the team to implement savings to the programme and explore and propose mitigations
High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills
Excellent MS Office skills

Desirable

Experience / understanding in the interpretation of estimating, scheduling, programming and risk tools
Relevant experience in Project Controls and/or Project Delivery, preferably in a highly regulated environment