Senior Project Scheduler

 We are Uniper and we are building. Our energy asset projects are everywhere and we are developing our project execution capabilities. We are seeking a Senior Project Scheduler to support the development and execution of Energy Asset Projects at Uniper. Using your experience, you will work across functions to create and maintain schedules for managing projects on a day to day basis. This is a high-profile position and is integral to the successful development and expansion of our project capabilities. Would you like to join us?   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

The role holder will need to be flexible, adaptable and self-assured in their knowledge and approach. They will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of project schedules and create a work breakdown structure (WBS) for the project together with the team. They will check compliance with deadlines and update the schedule based on project progress. As the Senior Project Scheduler you will:

• Create and maintain detailed logic linked and cost and resource loaded schedules for Asset Projects.
• Prepare and track schedules taking into account all project phases (engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and hand over to the client).
• Monitor progress, report and identify schedule risks, review project milestones and develop corrective actions (analyses, critical path analysis, MTA, percentage of completion, earned value analyses, etc.).
• Use a variety of scheduling and schedule risk software e.g. Primavera P6, MS Project, including interfaces with associated software e.g. Primavera Risk Analysis, Palisade@Risk or Safran.
• Use the schedule to support resource planning activities and identify and manage resources.
• Work with and challenge the project team, suppliers and contractors (EPC and lots) to obtain the information necessary to maintain the project schedule.
• Analyse contractor schedules, assisting site teams in creating weekly look aheads and monitoring construction progress, and advising on delay claims with respect to schedule.
• Assess critical paths and constraints to determine the effect of changes on the schedule, identifying possible workarounds to mitigate impacts.
• Monitor schedule progress and performance to identify and escalate developing problem areas.
• Review, reconcile, optimise, monitor and benchmark in-house and external schedules, as well as detailed schedule-related construction processes (such as those from construction companies, etc.).

Your profile

Essential

• Academic qualification in science or engineering, with chartership or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience of project scheduling on Energy Asset Projects.
• In-depth knowledge of project planning and scheduling techniques, methods and application of schedule control tools.
• In-depth knowledge of project management tools and systems, including MS Project, Primavera P6 and risk management packages.
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to succinctly present complex topics.
• Self-assured and clear communication skills in an international environment and the ability to exert effective influence at all levels.
• Able to develop and manage effective working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, developing solutions that meet the project objectives.
• Ability to work under pressure in a projects business.
• Owner-oriented mentality.
• Appreciation of cultural differences.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home.
• Fluent in English.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and awareness of traditional fossil, renewable and novel energy technologies.
• Project management qualification.
• International energy projects experience.
• Operational experience.
• Second language.

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, Health Care Cash plan or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.