Mechanical and Electrical Package Planner

Job Title: Mechanical & Electrical Package Planner

Location: Berkshire

The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical and Electrical Package Planner to join our team on a contract basis and contribute to the successful delivery of a major project. You will play a vital role in the planning and scheduling of all mechanical and electrical packages, ensuring efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Package Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive plans and schedules for all mechanical and electrical packages within the project, ensuring alignment with overall project milestones and deadlines.
• Create and manage critical path analyses, identifying key dependencies and potential delays.
• Develop resource loading plans, allocating appropriate personnel and equipment for each package.
• Monitor progress against the schedule, identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including planning reports, schedule updates, and risk assessments.

Coordination & Communication:

• Collaborate closely with project engineers, site supervisors, and subcontractors responsible for the respective MEICA packages.
• Ensure clear communication and alignment with other project teams.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including the project manager, client representatives, and other project team members.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess potential risks related to mechanical and electrical packages.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address identified risks.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve planning processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical and Electrical Planner, ideally within the water treatment or construction industry, with a focus on package planning.
• Strong understanding of project planning and scheduling methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile).
• Proficient in using planning software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Security Clearance

Desirable:

• Knowledge of SCADA systems and control systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £500 per day.
• Minimum of 6 months of work, with the potential for extension based on performance.
• Work on a challenging and impactful infrastructure project.
• Collaborate with a leading engineering solutions provider.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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