Senior EPC Planner

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced EPC Primavera Planner to oversee project planning and scheduling activities using Primavera P6. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring detailed project schedules across multiple EPC projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, and organizational standards.

This role requires strong leadership of the scheduling team; technical expertise in scheduling software, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), activity coding structures, calendars, and resource loading.
• Standardize baseline schedule templates across the EMEA region in compliance with contract requirements.
• Provide Sales and customers with a reliable view of the real contracting timeline.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress and update schedules on a regular basis.
• Provide Project Portfolio overviews for UK & Future Markets monthly
• Conduct variance analysis and produce recovery plans when required.
• Prepare and present schedule reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Ensure effective project resource planning for the markets.
• Ensure schedule integrity through regular audits and quality checks.
• Support claims analysis, extension of time (EOT) evaluations, and forensic schedule reviews.
• Lead and support the Scheduler team by providing guidance, coaching, and oversight of scheduling practices
• Interface with project controls, cost control, engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Alignment with global best practices and delivering clear, reliable analyses for the UK and New Market.
• Participate in risk workshops and planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of CPM (Critical Path Method) scheduling.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure, energy, oil & gas, or construction projects preferred.
• Familiarity with project control systems and earned value management (EVM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred Certifications

• PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• AACE certification (e.g., PSP)

Key Competencies

• Strategic planning and forecasting
• Schedule risk analysis
• Leadership and team coordination
• Stakeholder communication
• Contractual awareness
• Attention to detail and data accuracy

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.