Planner- Nuclear Projects; SC or DV Cleared

Position: Planner- Nuclear Projects (SC or DV Cleared)
Planner - Nuclear Projects (SC or DV Cleared)
Hybrid / Largely Remote
-AWE
Contract role £55-60 per hour (Outside IR35 pending determination)
Project Planner (Contract)

The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to provide planning and cost control support on complex projects within a highly regulated environment. This is a contract role based in Aldermaston, supporting project delivery teams through the development, maintenance and reporting of detailed project programmes and cost data.
The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders, contributing to effective project control across schedule, cost, risk and performance reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain and report on fully resourced and costed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
Prepare project estimates, manage project costs and track variations affecting programme and budget
Provide accurate progress updates and reporting in line with agreed work instructions
Identify key schedule and cost variances and present findings via reports, dashboards and graphs
Support Project Managers with programme development, trend analysis and forecasting
Liaise with subcontractors to collect progress data and update programmes accordingly
Verify invoices against work completed
Prepare tender estimates and undertake cost analysis
Support feasibility studies and establish client requirements
Perform risk and value management and cost control activities
Advise on procurement strategy and support subcontractor allocation
Analyse project outcomes and produce detailed progress reports
Value completed work and arrange payments
Ensure awareness and compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications

Project planning qualification or minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience - Essential
Membership of a relevant professional or technical body - Desirable
Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace or equivalent - Desirable (training can be provided)
Experience & Knowledge

Experience working on design and engineering projects - Essential
Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project - Essential

Experience with in the nuclear or similarly regulated industry - Desirable
Working knowledge of contract management functions and relevant legislation - Desirable
Comfortable handling confidential and commercially sensitive information - Desirable
Familiarity with QSHEW procedures and requirements - Desirable Skills & Abilities

Strong MS Office capability - Essential
Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload effectively - Essential
Flexible and adaptable approach to work - Essential
Able to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines - Essential
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across all levels and external stakeholders - Essential
Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 - Essential