Job IntroductionReporting to the Senior MEP Project Manager and SCS MEP Planning manager, will be responsible for the MEP programme development, co-ordination, and reporting for HS2 S1 and S2 lots.Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.Main ResponsibilitiesDevelop the SCS MEP programme – focusing on construction, commissioning, and handoverWork with the Head of Planning, MEP Planning Manager, and Area Planning Manager to ensure a consistent approach.Manage multiple supply chain programme submissions, and co-ordinate works on a weekly basisEnsuring the programme meets all required access dates, milestones and key dates, contract data and works information.Contribute to assessment of MEP programme risks and programme risk analysis, including development and implementation of mitigation measures.Progress monitoring and regular updating of the programme, including forecasting of potential problem areas and mitigation proposals as required.Pursuing excellence and continuous improvement of the SCS construction planning approach, modification of standard processes and procedures for effective and continuously improvement.Assessment of change and PMI’s and communication of impacts as requiredAppraisal, review and assessment of supply chain programmes and inclusion in main programme as required.Support the Development and submission of construction phase plans for MEP WorksProvide the information in several formats including but not limited to excel spreadsheet/schedules, Gant charts.Ensure each programme submitted shall pay particular attention to dependencies, critical path, and programme delays.Work with commercial and project teams to include the impact of changes into programmes.Assist with the Implementation of systems/structures to ensure compliance with company requirements on project reportingConduct critical path analysis of sequencing and sequencing methodologies.Work closely with the Senior MEP Project Manager to maintain programme schedules and manage the interface between schedules.Provide an independent review of progress of various activities at the frequency required by senior management.Make recommendations, challenge programme proposals, and give advice to teams on improving programme duration.Liaise with project teams to monitor progress and highlight deviations from schedule.Advise teams impact of programme scheduling.Participate in defining work package breakdown and identifying scope of works to develop project delivery strategy and planning.Prepare progress reports as required from gathering information from the construction teams.Record, monitor and report on project delay items.Establish and maintain exception reports for all MEP critical delays.Input into client dependency analysis and reporting.Other ResponsibilitiesMaintain short- and medium-term programmes to ensure main programme objectives are met.Manage other MEP planning team members as requiredThe Ideal CandidateEssential:Experience in a similar level role, responsible for the Programme co-ordination of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems, during construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.A professional qualification or degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related subjectKnowledge of the development and implementation of asset structures, planning standards, WBS and planning processes.Competence in Primavera P6 and TilosKnowledge of Safety, Environment and Risk ManagementFlexible with good organisation skillsDesirable:Experience of MEP Programme Management on a major rail projectExperience of Early Contractor Involvement models and NEC forms of contractExpert knowledge of products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standardsExperience of a self-assurance contract environmentMicrosoft Office PackagesMS ProjectsKnowledge of M&E systems and installation processesUnderstanding of commissioning requirements and processesExperience in programming M&E services packages, minimum of 5 years