P6 Administrator

The role:

Our successful Primavera P6 Administrator will be responsible for the overall administration, configuration, and maintenance of the Primavera P6 Enterprise Project Portfolio Management (EPPM) system. This role ensures the system's optimal performance, supports project teams, and ensures best practices in project scheduling and management.

What you’ll do:

• System Administration: Manage user accounts, security profiles, and access permissions. Ensure system integrity and security.
• Configuration Management: Configure and maintain coding structures, resource/role pools, calendars, Enterprise Project Structure (EPS), and Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS).
• Support and Training: Provide technical support to users, troubleshoot issues, and conduct training sessions to enhance user proficiency.
• Data Management: Oversee data entry, validation, and reporting. Ensure data accuracy and consistency across projects.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance, conduct regular audits, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Integration: Coordinate with IT and other departments to integrate Primavera P6 with other enterprise systems.
• Vendor Engagement: responsible for engaging with vendor in support of upgrades and issue resolutions
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• There may be other duties outside of P6 that need to be performed for this role.

What we’re looking for:

• Our ideal candidate would have significant experience in Primavera P6 administration
• Being educated to degree level in a relevant discipline would be advantageous but not essential for this role
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 EPPM.
• Experience of establishing and running a controlled Primavera change request system.
• Strong understanding of techniques for project planning and other facets of project controls 
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

What we offer:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• A 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working

About United Utilities:

United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.