The preparation, review and reporting of accurate project schedules and plans in support of the robust control of projects throughout their lifecycle.
Preparation and submission of project schedules and plans, ensuring schedules and plans are prepared to the required level of detail and accuracy in accordance with contractual requirements and Wood policies, procedures, and standards.
1. Develop and maintain planning control structures are developed and maintained in alignment with approved project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
2. Develop and maintain baseline project plans and schedules using appropriate scheduling software
3. Monitor and control planning activities through all phases of project lifecycle
4. Liaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, including third parties, to maintain awareness of project activities, their status, and their impact on the project schedule and manpower requirements
5. Prepare and provide copies of project plans and schedules in accordance with project reporting requirements
6. Prepare and provide copies of project progress and performance status reports in accordance with project reporting requirements
7. Produce and issue updates to project plans and schedules
8. Produce and issue updates to project manpower requirements
9. Assess and communicate schedule impact of change notifications
10. Monitor overall project progress status, achievement of major milestones, and evaluate project performance in relation to planned performance
11. Attend internal project progress and performance status meetings as required
12. Liaise with cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the schedules
13. Participate in schedule risk analysis as required
14. Participate in Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews
15. Assist and support in the mentoring of junior Planning personnel
Responsible for delivering schedules and plans where;
16. Project schedules are maintained in accordance with approved contract and project Work Breakdown Structure
17. Project plans and schedules are issued in accordance with contract reporting calendar and on an as required basis
18. All project schedules are fully logic linked and show the critical path and total float for all activities
19. The project schedule is baselined at the time of approval by the client of funding for the project
20. All project schedules contain resources in accordance with the corporate standards
21. Work packs delivery milestones are clearly identified within the project schedules
22. A standard set of agreed milestones are maintained within both the schedule and the cost reporting database
Qualifications:
23. Typically requires ISCED level 6 (Bachelors) Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience)
Knowledge, skills, and experience:
24. A good level of planning experience, ideally with an engineering and/or construction background
25. Proficient knowledge of Primavera and other scheduling software and related tools and techniques including Logic and CPM analysis, resource loading and levelling
26. Proficient knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Scheduling
27. Proficient understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilities
28. Ability to develop project schedules and plans
29. Ability to prepare resource loading, progress and staffing plans
30. Proficient understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenarios
31. Detailed understanding of project management principles and techniques
32. Good understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management
Personal Attributes
33. Demonstrates commitment to Wood Values, Visions & Behaviours
34. Applies analytical and statistical evaluation
35. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
36. Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environment
37. Strong communication skills both written and oral
38. Uses initiative, experience and a proactive approach to problem solving
39. Commitment to continuous improvement
40. Ability to guide & mentor others
41. Demonstrates effective organization & project planning skills