Planner

A South African EPC supplier is looking for a Planner to develop all relevant schedules, supply supporting documentation and tracking tools, for a variety of projects ranging from New Business Development Proposals to detailed Execution and Commissioning Schedules.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Project Management Minimum
• Demonstrated 3 - 5 years' experience as a Junior Planner

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

• Experience in MS Projects
• Knowledge in Primavera software
• Experience within the mining and engineering sector
• Permanent/Contract Position

Responsibilities:

• Develop / Identify Work Breakdown Structure for Project Schedules
• Develop Schedule precedence, identify and maintain the Critical Path of the Project
• Develop the Baseline on the approved Schedule and manage the Project Change Control Process and revisions to the Baseline
• Develop Master Schedules as per Company Standards for Client approval
• Develop and maintain a Basis of Schedule for the Project
• Co-ordinate and maintain constructability reviews and integration between disciplines
• Provide key dates and sequencing into the POP Schedule
• Contribute appropriately to daily, weekly and monthly reports
• Review sub-contractor / supplier Schedules and incorporate key dates into the Master Schedule
• Measure performance against requirements and provide feedback and support
• Promote the Company’s standardised planning practices and reporting systems
• Provide coaching and support of other Planning staff