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As part of this role you will lead the Planning team responsible for the Planning for the Earthworks works for the project. Lead and the SZC wider teams and take responsibility for developing, coordinating and monitoring the project programme and controls for bulk earthworks operations.


You will be responsible for managing a team of planners who will support the site delivery team to deliver on time this initial key aspect of the works. This will require coordination with other parts of the project delivery team i.e., site establishment, enabling works, designers. The Earthworks programme will be one part of a portfolio of programmes maintained in an enterprise structure.   You will be expected to develop and mentor members of the planning team both in your team and others within the portfolio of works that the alliance is responsible for. Experience with planning and managing large scale earthworks operations and programme is preferred.

Job Responsibilities
  • Manage and development the main earthworks programme, after acceptance manage the updating, incorporation of change providing weekly and monthly progress data.
  • Ensuring  that  the  programme  content  is  functionally  compliant  with  the  planning  procedures  and guidance.
  • Lead  the  development  and  agree  by  collaboration  a  logical  sequence  and  methodology  of  the programme with the delivery team ensuring that the most efficient design, procurement & construction strategy is adopted for the delivery of the works.
  • Support the Alliance Programme submission team in incorporating the earthworks portion programme, narrative and Performance measurements in the preparation of monthly and weekly reports, through the provision of intelligent information and analysis.
  • Producing  and  documenting  the  planning  deliverables  including  programmes,  planning  philosophy, presentations and reports alongside producing the contract programme and supporting information in accordance with the contract requirements.
  • Ensure that the portion programme provides the overarching strategy for delivery of the earthworks. The  medium  term  and  short  programmes  and  master  programme  must  all  align,  and  changes  are incorporated and communicated to the Alliance Programme submission team.  
  • Liaise with site team and supply chain to check on progress, issues and review planned progress to ensure programme maintained.
  • Mentor and develop the earthworks planning team to promote personnel development individuals of the team and produce a high performing planning unit.
  • Resource Management: Expertise in resource balancing and efficiencies to meet project objectives, minimizing costs and delays and supporting logistics management on the project.
  • Data Analysis: Analyse project data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress, identify deviations,  and  make  data-driven  decisions  to  advise  the  senior  leadership  team  of  the  earthworks portion.
  • Contract Management: Manage contract programmes with subcontractors and suppliers, including monitoring performance undertaking submission reviews and providing substantiation for either non acceptance or acceptance in accordance with contract.
  • Notify changes in accordance with the contract and advise the Earthworks Senior leadership of these changes, their impact on the programme and measures to mitigate the effect on Key milestones and interface milestones.  
  • Environmental Impact: understand all the environmental and ecological issues that can impact the earthworks works, including soil and water management. Ensure that these constraints and restrictions are incorporated within the programme and reflected.
  • Communication:  effective  be  able  to  use  multiple  methods  of  communication  to  ensure  that  the programme is clearly and concisely communicated to the Earthworks delivery team and ensure that there is a clear understanding and appreciation of all targets, methods, production rates and strategy.


Experience Required

  • Technical Proficiency:  Proven experience as a Civil Engineering Planner with managing and administration of a programme under an NEC contract. Must have a comprehensive experience in using P6
  • Good understanding of project/programme controls
  • Communication: Strong communication skills with a history of effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and regulatory authorities.
  • Planning lead Earthworks, Enabling works, Marine and tunnels, Ancillary Buildings and permanent roads and Networks
  • Safety Culture: Foster a strong safety culture within the project team and among contractors. This involves promoting a mindset where safety is a top priority, and all workers are encouraged to report safety concerns or incidents promptly.
  • Team Leadership: Experience in a leadership or supervisory role is important, as senior planners often lead teams of planners and coordinate with various project stakeholders.
  • Regulatory Compliance: A track record of ensuring compliance with nuclear safety and environmental regulations is a significant asset.
  • Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to effectively address and resolve issues that arise during earthworks projects.
     
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