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ArupArup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.The OpportunityThe Planning and Controls team is a centre of excellence within Arup ’s Project and Programme Management function in London. It provides support across all parts of Arup to a diverse range of engineering projects. The particular focus of the person sought for this role is to support the planning/scheduling of the design and construction stages of various engineering projects. We are seeking a senior planner with a technical background in planning and controls who can support a number of consultancy commissions, including the delivery of major infrastructure projects. The clients for this work will be existing Arup clients who have a strong pipeline of work. You will have a collaborative approach to planning and schedule management with the members of the team and a background in delivering planning assessments of design, procurement and construction phases.At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.Is this role right for you?As a senior planner you will help to enhance the client teams understanding of construction planning and coordination. You will do so through the development of project programmes/schedules from first principle, based on experience from multi-discipline projects (e.g. based on production rates and quantities). You will produce written technical reports such constructability reports and progress reports that capture issues and undertake regular schedule and progress reviews and updates. You will also provide review and reporting on NEC4 and ICME contractor programmes including advising on programme acceptance.Other aspects of the role will include analysing the validity of schedule assessments submitted with Compensation Event Quotations and support the overall negotiation of Compensation Events, supporting the change process with impact assessments and updating of the master schedule following approved change and providing scenario analysis as and when required in support of decisions, opportunity identification and change assessment. You will have the ability to advise senior project team members of the impact of issues and provide mitigation, and to develop and use visual techniques to communicate project phasing, constraints to the senior leadership team and clients.Travel to and from client sites or temporary assignments in client offices may be required and there will be opportunities for international travel and applicants with a desire for non-UK based assignments will be welcomed.Requirements:Good understanding of modern construction methods.Sound knowledge in application of project planning principles, methodologies, and tools (qualitative and quantitative), supporting all phases of project execution, particularly around schedule development, progress measurement/reporting and earned value, within a large project-oriented EPC.Proven / strong knowledge and application of Primavera P6 and other planning software in developing, analysing, monitoring and the reporting of progress.An understanding of change control and assessing the impact on programme.Working knowledge of earned value management and knowledge of schedule cost and resource loading.What We Offer youAt Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.Different People, Shared ValuesArup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact
Rachel Connolly at rachel.connolly@arup.com
to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.Our Application ProcessTo understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.Recruitment Agencies -
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.Closing Date: 4th of July 2025Seniority level
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