Director of Scheduling & Programme Delivery

East West Rail Company; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A public transport authority in the United Kingdom seeks a Scheduling Manager to develop and oversee project scheduling for large-scale infrastructure enhancements. The role involves managing a team, implementing scheduling strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project timelines align with objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project scheduling, proven leadership skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. This position promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering competitive benefits and flexible working options.

Benefits

Up to 12% employer’s pension contribution

36 days holiday a year

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to perks on the Perkbox platform

Annual awards

Learning and development programmes

Flexible working opportunities

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Exceptional IT tools

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project scheduling and planning, preferably in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the scheduling strategy and framework for the programme.
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and monitoring of the integrated programme schedule.
• Lead and manage the Scheduling team.

Skills

Project scheduling and planning

Leadership and team management

Analytical and problem-solving

Job description

A public transport authority in the United Kingdom seeks a Scheduling Manager to develop and oversee project scheduling for large-scale infrastructure enhancements. The role involves managing a team, implementing scheduling strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project timelines align with objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project scheduling, proven leadership skills, and strong problem-solving abilities. This position promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, offering competitive benefits and flexible working options.