Resource Scheduler

With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we’ve always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.

At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.

Are you ambitious, energetic, and ready to make an impact? This is your chance to kick-start a career in planning and scheduling within the fast-paced world of energy. At Capula, we don’t just deliver projects—we shape the future of sustainable power. If you have a can-do attitude, thrive on solving challenges, and know how to bring people together, we want to hear from you!

Summary of Role:

We are looking for a dynamic Scheduler to join our Energy team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to forge a career in resource management, planning and scheduling, or HR, working on projects that power the future. You’ll play a key role in coordinating resources, matching people with roles, and ensuring smooth delivery of critical projects. This role is perfect for someone with a can-do attitude, who loves solving problems and bringing people together to achieve success.

Main Activities

• Work with Project Managers and Business Development teams to understand the available roles and demand for resources to support the delivery of technology projects, both now and in the future.
• Work with Line Managers to understand the skills, experience, aspirations and availability of our fee-earning team members.
• Determine which team members are best suited to fill roles on projects, balancing their availability, skills & interests with project and wider business needs, to help balance the resource supply & demand and optimise utilisation.
• Make clear, well-reasoned and persuasive recommendations to senior stakeholders, raising concerns early if people will be over- or under- utilised.
• Monitor project progress and resource availability, identify risks, and proactively resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Communicate effectively across teams to keep everyone on track.

Essential Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to align competing interests and help people to find compromise solutions.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, positive attitude with the ability to always find a way  – being comfortable interpreting project plans and resource calendars, finding out information yourself, making many decisions based on your own judgement, while also making persuasively argued recommendations & seeking wider agreement where necessary.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in planning or scheduling role within a technology or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with scheduling software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Ambition to develop a career in project planning and resource management.

In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working
• Pension
• Life assurance policy
• Private health care
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice programme
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
• Professional memberships fees covered/study support

NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.

To apply for this role please send a covering letter and CV quoting job reference to hr@capula.com