Principal Planner Job at Aker Solutions (Aberdeen)

Principal Planner

Aker Solutions

Location:
United Kingdom , Aberdeen

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Do you want to solve tough challenges for the global energy industry? At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future. We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today! We are looking for a Principal Planner to join our team in Aberdeen.

Job Responsibility:

Provide high level technical expertise
Delivery of the project schedules and baselines for the project work scopes
Maintenance of the project overall planning requirements
Ensure all relevant project procedures are applied as required
Maintenance of overall project schedules for progress and man-hour expenditure
Preparation and issue of all planning status and the impact of changes in the scope of work and provide recommendations to the project line management
Contribute to planning reviews across the Aker Solutions network to assure compliance
Participation in client presentations and meetings
Update and maintenance of the Integrated Work Management System, ensuring system integrity at all times
Supervision of the project planning personnel, where no Lead Planner is on the contract

Requirements:

Relevant demonstrable experience within a similar environment / industry
Demonstrable construction and commissioning experience in brownfield modifications contracts and projects
Knowledge and understanding of latest relevant technical developments and best practice within the industry
Leadership of multi-discipline teams
In depth understanding of the oil and gas industry
Highly competent user of industry standard planning tools ( e.g. Primavera P6) / systems
Knowledge and understanding of project planning, systems and tools within the following areas: Turnkey EPC projects, Large brownfield modifications, Minor brownfield modifications and term contracts, Front End Studies, Operations and Maintenance Planning, Integrated Asset Planning

What we offer:

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits: solid pension and insurance coverage alongside private health services
Focus on health and well‑being: Access fitness facilities, gym/sporting contributions and the Bike2Work scheme
Flexible working conditions
Professional development & career growth: excellent development opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects
Additional support & community: Access coaching through Sanctus and connect with peers through Young Solutioneers, our vibrant international young professional network

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Expiration:
March 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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