KBR, Inc

Planning Engineer

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Cumbria, MD, USA

In-Office

Senior level

Aerospace

The Role

Plans, schedules, and coordinates project workstreams for the Sellafield decommissioning programme. Maintains work breakdown structures and integrated master schedules, coordinates package managers, consultants, and contractors, analyzes schedule progress and critical paths, performs risk analysis, and prepares weekly and monthly reports. The role also identifies trends, recommends corrective actions, and may guide less experienced team members.

Summary Generated by Built In

Title:

Planning Engineer

The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site.

The partnership is delivering a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.

In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities.

KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes.

KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified” company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters.

Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom

The Planning Engineer will report to the Planning Manager and may provide guidance to less experienced team members. and be responsible for the planning, scheduling and coordination of specific streams in the PPP Sellafield decommissioning project. The successful candidate will liaise across the project with multiple project partners, departments and the client.

Main Responsibilities

· Preparation and maintenance of the project work break down structure and integrated project master schedule

· Co-ordination with Package Managers, Consultants and Contractors

· Analysing and reporting on Consultants and Contractors schedules and progress reports

· Perform critical path analysis of schedules

· Prepare independent risk analyses of Consultant and Contractor schedules

· Preparation of monthly and weekly reports

Qualifications & Experience

· BSc in related subject or equivalent experience

· Significant planning experience on major infrastructure projects

· Sound knowledge of all engineering and commercial aspects of major civil and infrastructure projects including roads, bridges and utilities

· Experienced user of Primavera P6, Pertmaster and MS Office

· Excellent knowledge of CPM networks, resource and cost loading and risk management techniques

· Ability to effectively monitor and analyse progress, identify trends and recommend corrective actions

· Excellent report writing skills

· Fluent English both written and spoken

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Skills Required

BSc in a related subject or equivalent experience
Significant planning experience on major infrastructure projects
Knowledge of engineering and commercial aspects of major civil and infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and utilities
Experience using Primavera P6, Pertmaster, and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of CPM networks, resource and cost loading, and risk management techniques
Ability to monitor and analyze progress, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
Excellent report writing skills
Fluent written and spoken English

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
Flexible Benefits — Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.