Our client are looking for a Senior Planner for their electrical transmission projects in the South Wales
ROLE PURPOSE
* Responsible for implementing the requirements of the Tender and Project Planning Procedures, ensuring compliance with the Business Management System
* To establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with Client and our client Project Team members
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITITIES
* Responsible at tender stage for the range of Planning activities involved in the development of a successful bid, including:
* Identifying planning scope, major constraints, and contract requirements
* Identifying major quantities and factors affecting the programme
* Establishing and agreeing with Operations and Bid Team key methods of construction, sequencing, installation, and commissioning
* Producing the Tender Programme in accordance with the tender requirements (ITT - Instruction to Tenderer), Project Planning Procedures, and established best practice
* Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including planning narrative, presentations, and reports
* Responsible at Delivery stage for:
* Maintaining the Contract Programme in accordance with the planning procedures
* Identification of programme risks and opportunities, and development of strategies to manage accordingly, including management of change in line with the associated contractual mechanisms
* Ensuring that all other project planning and programming necessary for the execution of the contract is properly undertaken
* Communication of the Contract Programme to the Client and Project Team
* Managing the interface between the Programme and the Project Team and other stakeholders, and securing engagement with the Programme through structured meetings and progress reporting
* Production of Visual Management Reports to assist the Project Team to optimise productivity, performance, safety, and timely delivery of projects
* Contribute to the ongoing development of the Power T&D Planning Team including mentoring of others
* Act as an ambassador for the Planning function
* Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm
PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE
* Working knowledge of Primavera, preferably on Power Transmission projects
* Knowledge of Project Management methodology
* Proven ability in working with operational teams to capture real time progress
* Knowledge of Change Management techniques
* Experience in mentoring others and supporting Planner development
* Hold the APMP or APM Practitioner Qualification
In return they offer excellent rates and working conditions