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Artificial Intelligence • Energy • Transport

Hitachi, Ltd. is a global company that operates in various sectors with a focus on social innovation. Hitachi provides advanced digital solutions, services, and technologies under its brand 'Lumada' to solve customers’ challenges and enhance societal value. The company is committed to sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, aiming to improve quality of life through technologies that foster a sustainable society. Hitachi's products and solutions span digital systems, green energy, mobility, and connective industries, promoting digital transformation of business systems and social infrastructure. Founded in 1910, Hitachi's long-standing dedication to innovation and societal development makes it a leader in driving positive change worldwide.

25801 - 25801 employees

Founded 1910

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

⚡ Energy

🚗 Transport

📋 Description

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Project Planners and Schedulers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. • Overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive project schedules for the GPQS UK portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, scope, and resource availability. • Ensure all project and company procedures are applied with respect to planning. • Establishing and enforcing best practices for project planning and scheduling, including the use of advanced planning software (e.g., Primavera P6), methodologies and reporting through Power BI. • Collaborating closely with Planners, Project Managers, Engineering Leads, and other stakeholders to integrate project plans, identify critical paths, and manage dependencies. • Conducting regular portfolio planning reviews, identifying potential delays, and proactively developing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. • Analysing schedule performance, preparing progress reports, and communicating project status to senior management and clients. • Ensuring resource loaded schedules are accurately maintained and providing input for resource forecasting and allocation. • Developing and implementing robust risk management strategies related to project schedules. • Contributing to the continuous improvement of planning and scheduling processes and tools within the organization. • Participating in tender and bid processes, providing expert input on project scheduling and execution strategies.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field), Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience to demonstrate knowledge. • Extensive proven experience (typically 8+ years) in project planning and scheduling within the energy sector. • Demonstrable experience in a leadership or senior role, managing and mentoring a team of planning professionals. • Expert proficiency in project planning and scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6. • Strong understanding of various project delivery methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile) and their application in complex engineering projects. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify critical path items and develop effective mitigation plans. • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of an organization and external stakeholders. • Proven ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines. • A strong commitment to safety and quality in all aspects of project execution. • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, PMI-SP) are highly desirable, commitment to completing the Hitachi functional competence assessment.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package • Generous bonus scheme. • 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays • Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes. • Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.