Project Scheduler

Job description

We are hiring a Project Scheduler for the Tees Valley Energy Recovery Facility (TVERF), to support the project team on this new Teesworks project.

This is a key position on the project and is a hands-on role, suited to someone who can integrate quickly, take ownership, and deliver from day one.

The role can be considered on a contractor/agency worker basis or a fixed term contract staff position.

We are looking for someone with a background and experience in the energy from waste sector.

Location: Tees Valley

Contract Duration: ASAP for a period of 2 years

Rate: Day Rate / outside IR35

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update Site System Time Schedules (S-STS), integrating construction, M&E, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor and report schedule performance using CPM and Float Management, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate schedules across internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and consortium partners, resolving issues proactively.
• Provide weekly/monthly progress reports, including S-curves, supporting the Construction Manager with on-site data collection.
• Maintain an as-built schedule, comparing baseline vs actual progress, and recommend improvements to prevent delays.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with Project Scheduler experience in heavy/industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of HSEQ regulations and valid site safety certification (SCC, Safe Pass, CSCS, CCNSG, or equivalent).
• Strong skills in MS Suite, SharePoint, MS Project, and advanced Primavera P6.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, with excellent communication, negotiation, and forward-planning abilities.
• Able to evaluate alternatives, present ideas clearly, and deliver lessons learned to optimise project outcomes.