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Holt Executive are proud to support a great opportunity for an experienced Project Scheduler to join a busy Programmes team supporting the successful delivery of complex, multi-phase engineering projects. This role involves close collaboration with Project and Programme Managers to build, maintain, and manage detailed schedules across bid and delivery phases.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage detailed schedules using Microsoft Project
Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and define project dependencies
Support project planning during bid stages and re-baselining during delivery
Track progress against plans and budgets, updating schedules as required
Liaise with stakeholders to manage resource allocation across projects
Monitor and report project KPIs and performance metrics
Identify risks, opportunities, assumptions and dependencies
Ensure schedules align with project scope and strategic objectivesEssential Skills & Experience:
2–3+ years’ experience in project scheduling across complex, concurrent projects
Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project
Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting and controls
Experience in resource planning and stakeholder collaboration
Background in an engineering or technical design environmentDesirable:
Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP)
Experience in the defence, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing sectorsPersonal Attributes:
Highly organised and detail-oriented
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Flexible, conscientious and adaptable approachWork-Life Balance & Benefits:
Hybrid and flexible working
Lunchtime finish on Fridays
28 days’ annual leave + Christmas shutdownSecurity Requirements:
Due to the nature of the role, successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance. This includes providing proof of identity, right to work, full employment history, and UK residency for the past five years
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