Principal Nuclear Project Planner

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Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the Nuclear Industry

This is an exciting and dynamic time to join AECOMs Nuclear Project Controls Team where we deliver complex safety-critical programmes across the energy and defence sectors. As a Principal Nuclear Project Planner youll play a key role in driving planning excellence across major nuclear new build decommissioning and infrastructure projects ensuring no two days are ever the same.

With continued growth across our nuclear portfolio we are seeking an enthusiastic ambitious and driven professional to support high-profile projects while strengthening our planning capability and standards. This role is pivotal in optimising programme performance enhancing reporting quality and advancing our use of digital planning tools particularly Primavera P6.

Were looking for a talented individual with strong recent experience in Primavera P6 within highly regulated environments. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in developing and maintaining fully logic-linked schedules performing critical path analysis managing baselines and supporting Earned Value Management (EVM). Experience integrating cost and risk data conducting schedule assurance reviews and supporting NEC contract requirements will be highly regarded.

For over 50 years AECOMs multidisciplinary nuclear and energy teams have delivered fit-for-purpose solutions across the nuclear sector addressing unique challenges with an unwavering commitment to safety and sustainability. Joining our Nuclear Team offers the opportunity to:

• Work on complex nationally significant programmes that shape the future of clean energy and nuclear infrastructure.
• Develop your career within a growing forward-thinking project controls function.
• Apply advanced planning methodologies and collaborate with industry leaders to deliver world-class programme performance.
• Influence planning standards digital integration and best practice across major frameworks.

There has never been a more exciting time to join AECOMs Nuclear Team. Be part of our journey to deliver innovative solutions and shape the future of energy and engineering.

Heres what youll do:

As a Principal Nuclear Project Planner you will be expected to:-

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain fully logic-linked resource-loaded schedules in Primavera P6.
• Create integrated Level 14 schedules aligned to programme controls standards.
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures and coding structures aligned to client reporting requirements.
• Develop baseline schedules and manage change control processes.
• Conduct schedule risk analysis and support quantitative risk assessments.
• Perform critical path analysis and scenario modelling.

Programme Controls

• Interface with cost management teams to ensure schedule and cost alignment.
• Support Earned Value Management reporting.
• Produce weekly and monthly progress reports and dashboards.
• Analyse schedule performance metrics (SPI float trends etc.).
• Support forensic schedule analysis when required.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Work closely with engineering procurement construction and commissioning teams.
• Participate in client planning workshops and schedule reviews.
• Provide planning assurance in line with nuclear regulatory expectations.
• Support bids and tenders with programme development and methodology narratives.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure schedules comply with NEC contract requirements (where applicable).
• Maintain adherence to nuclear quality standards and safety culture principles.
• Support internal assurance and audit processes.

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic nuclear team which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier civil mechanical electrical and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects from small initiatives to large-scale ventures all the way from concept to completion.  At AECOM youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful nuclear projects.
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders.
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to progress in this role in line with your professional development the growth of the team and the success and growth of our Nuclear business.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Extensive experience using Primavera P6 in a complex project environment.
• Experience working on nuclear defence or other highly regulated infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of planning best practices and schedule quality metrics.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management principles.
• Proficient in schedule risk modelling tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience working on UK nuclear programmes f
• Professional membership (APM PMI or equivalent).
• Understanding of BIM and digital project controls integration.

At AECOM we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the nuclear industry we want to hear from you.

Security Clearance

Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.

Additional Information :

Application Support

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time