Project Scheduler

Job Description

We are delivering the Protos Energy Recovery Facility in Cheshire and are seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support the project team. This is a key position on the project and is a hands-on role, suited to a contractor who can integrate quickly, take ownership, and deliver from day one. The role can be considered on a contractor or fixed term contract staff position.

Location: Protos, Cheshire
Contract Duration: 05/10/2026 - 31/08/2028
Rate: Up to £650/day outside IR35

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update Site System Time Schedules (S-STS), integrating construction, M&E, and commissioning activities.

• Monitor and report schedule performance using CPM and Float Management, identifying risks and opportunities.

• Coordinate schedules across internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and consortium partners, resolving issues proactively.

• Provide weekly/monthly progress reports, including S-curves, supporting the Construction Manager with on-site data collection.

• Maintain an as-built schedule, comparing baseline vs actual progress, and recommend improvements to prevent delays.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with Project Scheduler experience in heavy/industrial sectors.

• Knowledge of HSEQ regulations and valid site safety certification (SCC, SafePass, CSCS, CCNSG, or equivalent).

• Strong skills in MS Suite, SharePoint, MS Project, and advanced Primavera P6.

• Proactive, solution-oriented, with excellent communication, negotiation, and forward-planning abilities.

• Able to evaluate alternatives, present ideas clearly, and deliver lessons learned to optimise project outcomes.

Additional Information

Location: Protos, Cheshire
Contract Duration: 05/10/2026 - 31/08/2028
Rate: Up to £650/day outside IR35

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.