Mons - Contracting/FreelanceAs part of a data center construction project, we are currently looking for a Project Planner who will play an active role in project management support of multi-disciplined, multi-sector project delivery work by facilitating planning, scheduling and controlling processes. Providing advice, support and clear communication of fact-based answers to key management questions which will aid in intelligent and effective decision making and must escalate and flag internally to the Lead Planner (& Planning Manager) immediately where there is risk to the company.#planning #primaveraP6 #engineering #construction #projectplanner #projectplanning #schedulerKey Functions of the Project Planner Review Contract documentation and highlight key schedule and tracking requirementsDevelop Construction schedule based on high level target schedule and WBS received from Project managerSupport in client schedule negotiationsLabour & Metrics load the schedule based on hours & quantities received from the Commercial TeamDevelop the required Trackers and Reporting templatesDevelop fully integrated construction schedule in conjunction with the Main Contractor and Project ManagerMeasure & track weekly progress and efficiency in consultation with the Site Team and validate this formally with the Commercial Team every 2/3 weeksHighlight potential risks and roadblocks to the project team and lead planner on an ongoing basis Project Planner ResponsibilitiesIn conjunction with your project team, you will be responsible for the execution of various stages of a project as follows: Business Unit Support Point of contact for the Project Manager for all project related planning issuesDevelop Schedule’s and Histograms for Bid Support as required by the Lead Planner Programme Co-ordination (Planning Phase of Project Life Cycle): Support the implementation of Planning ProcessReview Contract documentation concerning Schedule and Reporting Requirements and ensure that they are metFacilitate Planning Meeting(s) where requiredValidation of High-Level Target Schedule as received from PM considering current emerging IFC project informationOptimise build schedule & develop “Pinch Point Register” identifying where we are not in agreement with Main Contractors / CMT scheduleHigh level labour load of Target Schedule to be completed and S-Curve to be producedSubmit the Schedule and S-curve (& all subsequent schedules) for review and approval to the Lead PlannerNegotiation strategy to be developed to deal with main contractor schedule risk – influence favourable outcome Organize with company PM & attend meeting with Main Contractor / CMT to negotiate and agree company optimum build schedule – minute and circulateRevise/Develop and add agreed level of detail to scheduleAssist Main Contractor/CMT in development of an overall integrated scheduleEnsure that the schedule is “Labour Loaded” and aligned with the Commercial Department Budgets – highlight any weeks where substantial progress is forecasted to PM’s, Lead Planner & Planning ManagerProduce Build Methodology/Phasing DrawingsPresent the latest version of the schedule to the construction team to ensure there is a thorough understandingSupport in Risk identification & mitigation Status and Performance Advisor (Controlling Phase of Project Life Cycle): Provide clear communication of early warnings to project management teams obtained from progress reports and knowledge of project field conditionsAdvise project teams on ways to improve performanceMonitor package progress and efficiency (direct and subcontract) provide “estimate at completion” on labor man-hour spend in conjunction with the Commercial TeamChair and facilitate weekly “Look Ahead” Meetings on site with SM’s as requiredProgress Measuring/recording & collating actual installation progress for installation progress reportingWeekly Spent/Earned man-hours efficiency reporting in conjunction with the Commercial TeamCompilation of and issuing period progress reports (internal/external / dashboard)Produce Weekly “Drop-line Schedule” cw. 2 week look ahead and 2-week retrospectiveSchedule management, revision and maintenanceEscalation of risk items to Lead Planner & Planning ManagerProfile3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or strong trades background coupled with technical ability will be consideredIdeally you will possess 4+ years’ experience/demonstrate the ability to develop and implement plans, monitor and control workMust be capable of producing project plans from design and commercial informationMicrosoft Project/P6 or Equivalent Planning Software, Microsoft Office tools – Excellent report writing skillsTime management is essential to satisfy demands of busy schedule and reporting calendarOfferJefferson Wells offers you a permanent contract as consultant with an attractive salary package and will give you access to trainings in technical matters and soft skills. 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