Following the recent award of a £multi-billion renewable energy project, a global leading consultancy seeks to employ a proven Planning professional who has experience of working on energy environment (Power & Renewables, HVDC, Energy & Power Generation, Offshore Cabling, Windfarms, Nuclear etc) In the role of Associate Director.

This is a leadership role so if you are passionate about managing and growing teams, being a technical expert in the planning field, developing new opportunities with current / future clients or enjoy doing all three this would be the perfect role for you!

Th Associate Director will play a key role in the successful delivery of a £multi-billion flagship renewable energy project that will have a positive impact on the environment and communities in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in Interactive Planning and Construction Lean Planning Sessions, ensuring comprehensive schedules developed using industry best practices and site benchmarking data
• Align Engineering, Procurement and Construction plans with Integrated Primavera Master Project Schedules, collaborating with Contractors and stakeholders
• Support early project stages planning, utilizing preliminary concept and design information and field mobilisation milestones
• Establish Construction Planning best practices across all projects from a Project Controls perspective, ensuring adherence to standards
• Develop Construction Scheduling Templates utilising historical benchmarking data and norms
• Identify resources and man-hours required for project activities; maintain accurate estimates throughout the project duration
• Ensure Field Performance updates are captured accurately and reflected in Project Schedules
• Maintain and organise an integrated EPC schedule using CPM, resource loading, Work Breakdowns, Baselining, coding, and cost accounts
• Consistently communicate the plan/schedule to all project team members
• Perform schedule analysis, report findings, and assist in developing recovery plans
• Prepare planning/scheduling reports against set Baseline targets
• Align activity links with project deliverables, Project Execution Plan (PEP), Contracting Strategy, and Workface Planning
• Account for approved change orders in the schedule and analyse their impact on the project

Key Challenges & Complexities of Role:

• Driving sustained improvements in cost performance through the accurate and timely use of management information
• Supporting culture change using relevant KPIs to drive performance and focus on delivering desired outcomes

Experience and Expertise:

• Significant experience in a project portfolio environment
• Experience as a planner/scheduler on facilities capital projects, including design and construction phases
• Expertise in modern planning and scheduling principles, methodologies, techniques, and tools
• Proficiency in using Primavera P6
• Understanding of Isometric drawings and Engineering 3D Models
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team environment
• Experience in industries such as Power & Renewables, HVDC, Energy & Power generation, Offshore cabling, Windfarm
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)

Education:

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Project Management
• Affiliation with a Chartered body or a recognised Project Management Institution

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Car allowance
• Opportunities for career development
• Engaging and collaborative work environment
• Involvement in major and influenti