Scheduler, Engineering

Scheduler / Project Coordinator

Location:

Hybrid role, Whiteley, Hampshire.

Clearance Required:

SC clearance.

Leidos is seeking a highly organised and detail‑oriented Scheduler to join our Civil division. The successful applicant will coordinate project timelines, resources, and activities to ensure excellence in programme execution within the Civil Division Programme while coaching project and programme managers in scheduling best practice.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor schedules spanning multiple projects and programmes using industry‑standard scheduling tools and software (e.g. Microsoft Project Server, PWA).
• Ensure project schedules are integrated and aligned with programme objectives, timelines, and milestones.
• Collaborate with project managers, team leads, and other stakeholders to align on project schedules and priorities; facilitate regular scheduling meetings and updates.
• Identify scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Track project timelines, identify potential delays, and provide recommendations for corrective actions to keep projects on schedule.
• Generate regular progress reports, including schedule updates, milestone status, and performance metrics; communicate updates to project managers, stakeholders, and team members.
• Conduct what‑if analysis to predict potential impacts of changes to the project schedule and provide scenarios and recommendations for decision making.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date project scheduling documentation, including schedules, progress reports, and resource allocation records.
• Assist in the identification and resolution of scheduling conflicts and constraints, working collaboratively to find feasible solutions.
• Contribute to the creation and ongoing maintenance of PMO documentation and overall Integrated Master Schedule.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in project scheduling and contribute to the development of best practices.

• Demonstrable experience (4+ years) in project scheduling, preferably within a technology, engineering, or defence‑related industry.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools and software such as Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities to identify and address scheduling challenges.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Certification in project management (e.g. PMQ/PPQ, ChPP, MSP) is a plus.
• Note:
  
  This role is subject to the outcome of a bid. Any employment offers and contracts will be contingent upon the successful award of that bid.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• 33 days annual leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays, cycle‑to‑work scheme)
• Flexi working

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

£34,800.00 – £43,500.00

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.