Planner

Roles and responsibilities

• Establish and manage effectively a planning and progress control system in order to support the Project Manager decision making process and allow PM to complete the project according to the internal baselines and in compliance with the contractual dates and requirements
• Ensure any deviation from plan is promptly spotted and analysed, final time impact is estimated and the effect of corrective actions taken is monitored
• Create a schedule awareness atmosphere among all project participants
  

Job Tasks

• Ensure the implementation of the Planning and Progress Control System required by the contract complexity, riskyness and duration, in compliance with the Project Breakdown Structure, Company Standards and Contract specification s
• Interface and coordinate with other Company Functions or Discipline Leaders/Supervisors and Managers to build up activities, assign milestones and constraints by issuing the logic network
• Prepare all the reference baseline documents, and ensure that the project s planning and scheduling requirements are properly and clearly communicated to those functionally responsible for executing the work
• Issue all the relevant reporting
• Issue the Planning & Scheduling Procedure, Progress Measurement Procedure and Risk Management Plan for the Project Control Manager verification
• Coordinate the risk management activities startup organizing the first brainstorming and the qualitative / quantitative assessment of the identified risks & opportunities
• Perform the schedule risk analysis for highly critical projects During the project execution phase:
• Ensure the effectiveness of the Planning and Progress Control System, monitoring the progress measurement system and ensuring the proper information flow, progress status and completion forecast are assessed and reported for Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction and Commissioning phases
• Update all Project Schedules, collecting actual data, evaluating forecast dates and monitoring any progress and productivity deviation compared with the baseline schedule, including the corrective actions taken by the PM the project lifecycle

Desired candidate profile

• Industry Experience: Familiarity with sectors such as construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, or infrastructure is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Planning Tools: Proficiency in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar).
• Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and developing effective project schedules.
• Cost Estimation: Understanding of budgeting and cost estimation processes related to project planning.

Organizational and Management Skills

• Time Management: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project scheduling and documentation.

Communication and Collaboration

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills for collaborating with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Reporting Skills: Ability to prepare and present reports on project status, schedules, and forecasts effectively.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive Approach: Strong initiative to identify potential issues and develop solutions before they impact project timelines.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.