Nuclear Project Planner

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

As a Nuclear Project Planner, you will join Derby team to support our activities within the Nuclear sector.

We are looking for an experienced planner to play a key role in the successful delivery of a major nuclear project. You will be part of a dedicated project controls team, driving the planning function to ensure milestones are met, risks are managed, and the programme stays on track.

• Location: Derby/ Manchester/ Warrington
• On Site: 1-2 days per week
• Clearance: BPSS
• Experience Level: 1- 10 YOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Perform Critical Path Analysis (CPA) to ensure project efficiency.
• Manage resource planning and task scheduling to align with project goals.
• Interface with nuclear regulatory bodies and construction teams where required.
• Support project execution in compliance with NEC3/NEC4 contracts and industry regulations.
  
  

Required Skills:

• Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Proven experience as a Project Planner or Project Scheduler, with ability to demonstrate methods and approaches used.
• Strong background in Critical Path Analysis, Resource Planning, and Task Scheduling.
• Desirable familiarity with nuclear regulatory processes and construction interfaces.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in project, construction management or mechanical engineering or a related field in engineering, Planning or Delivery management. or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in nuclear, power generation, or other safety-critical industries
  
  

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.