Graduate Project Planner

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Are you a forward-thinking and aspiring undergraduate in your final year? Join our graduate programme and see for yourself how it differs from any other. Could this be the next exciting step on your journey to your career? If yes, start your graduate programme with us at Siemens Mobility!This is your chance to learn about how our work impacts everyday life across the world and you could be there at the centre of that work. From learning how a line of code develops into millions of downloads, to exploring the depths and heights of our varying transport projects, build your skills and see how you can be here with us, shaping the future.With a history of over 160 years, Siemens Mobility Rail Infrastructure’s vision is to create a connected railway to deliver a carbon-neutral world. We do this by providing innovative, integrated, and sustainable solutions, connecting, and energising our railways for the best customer experience. We provide solutions and products for railway signal systems and electrification, and apps and back-end systems for intermodal mobility. We are the market leader in main line and mass transit rail automation, railway control systems, mobile and fixed telecommunications, electrification technology, SCADA and station systems, and intermodal solutions.This opportunity is part of our Metro’s, High Speed and On-board portfolio within Siemens Rail Infrastructure. The portfolio delivers a number of large and strategically important programmes and projects in both UK and International markets; such as, Crossrail and High Speed Two (HS2) to name two of the flagship opportunities.With a large number of exciting projects, the portfolio provides an excellent opportunity to develop a knowledge of the UK rail market and a knowledge of major infrastructure projects. With the Department for Transport (DfT) committing to keep investing in these projects, you will be involved directly in strategically important programmes that meet the governments long term sustainable goals for the UK.The ChallengeBegin your journey with us whilst taking part in our fantastic graduate development programme. We will create an individual training plan to help you develop the specific skills and knowledge required for your role. By the end of it, you will be set up with the best knowledge and hands-on experience to equip you for your professional career in Siemens.Some day to day activities would include:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project plans in accordance with Siemens Rail Automation UK project management, planning and PM@Siemens procedures and processes.
• Working within the project team and with the different functions i.e. project management, commercial and engineering etc. You will help to ensure project schedules are accurately developed, maintained, resource and cost loaded
• You will be expected to work closely with site and possession planners to ensure cohesion between site works and the main project schedule
• Assist in project planning analysis, using methods such as milestone slippage and critical path analysis to highlight possible issues and areas of concern in a timely manner.
• Help ensure that the periodic project reporting requirements are met for both internal and client through the provision of key project metrics such as key performance indicators, earned value, schedule delay and critical path analysis reports as required
• Assist with the analysis off any potential project change by supporting the provision of project information on risk, issues, cost, resources and delay analysis.
• Promote and improve planning and controls within the organisation.

The CandidateWe are looking for innovative and inquisitive candidates that demonstrate the following:

• Achieved or be on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a business related degree with a clear interest in project management/ planning.
• You think logically and are willing to self-learn and research and take a creative approach to problem solving
• You can work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change
• You enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions

What else do I need to know?This role is based in either Chippenham and the deadline to apply is Friday 23rd December.Alongside your role, the graduate development programme (www.siemens.co.uk/grads) will teach softer skills such as communication, teamwork, commercial awareness, digitalisation and innovation.We’re looking for passionate teammates with the aptitude and attitude to succeed in the world of Digitalisation. Apply now and join Europe’s leading engineering and technology company.The total rewards’ package for this role includes a competitive salary of £28,000 plus an annual bonus. We know that not everyone’s lifestyle is the same, so we operate a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit.If we all thought the same, we would never think of anything new. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life.Siemens recognise that building a diverse workforce is essential to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all applicants to encourage agile working, flexibility, and innovation.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodationOrganization: Siemens MobilityCompany: Siemens Mobility LimitedExperience Level: not definedFull / Part time: Full-time