Planning Systems Administrator - Remote Position

About the Role

We are seeking a Planning Systems Administrator to join our team at BAM UK & Ireland. This remote position focuses on ensuring the smooth operation of planning systems, particularly with a strong emphasis on Primavera P6. As a Planning Systems Administrator, you will play a crucial role in validating program inputs, maintaining version control, and producing essential planning reports and dashboards.

What You'll Do

• Ensure the planning system is set up correctly and runs efficiently, providing reliable data for project teams.
• Support the smooth running of planning systems, enabling informed decision-making.
• Maintain and update the program databases in Loadspring, acting as the primary owner and managing the program register in alignment with planning procedures.
• Manage permissions for access to the P6 database and attend meetings with software providers to monitor system upgrades.
• Produce planning reports and dashboards, including look-aheads, summaries, and KPI reports, while supporting structured data feeds for Power BI.
• Support program audits and governance, ensuring compliance with planning procedures and contract requirements.
• Coordinate planning community events, managing logistics, content preparation, and communication.
• Collect feedback from attendees to identify future topics for competency building.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer with at least 3+ years of experience using Primavera P6.
• Strong data mindset and relevant experience in scheduling engineering projects.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain planning and scheduling matters to non-planning personnel.
• Experience in running and maintaining a Primavera P6 database and coaching others in its operation.
• Competent in various planning software, including P6 and MS Project.

Nice to Have

• Experience in automating P6 to Excel reporting workflows.
• Experience in presenting planning data in Power BI.
• Experience in organizing engaging forums, seminars, and workshops.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £80,000.
• A wide range of family-friendly policies.
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance.
• 8% matched pension contributions.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• 26 days of holiday, plus 2 wellbeing days and 1 volunteering day.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

Join us in building a sustainable tomorrow. As a Planning Systems Administrator, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to engineering vital infrastructure and constructing high-quality buildings. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and welcome.