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Lead planner

Perth
Bechtel Corporation
Planner
Posted: 23 April
Offer description

Requisition ID: 293202

* Relocation Authorized: None
* Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
* Work Location: Perth, WA

Project Overview

Bechtel is providing project and contract management services to Western Power on the Clean Energy Link Project. This project will expand the transmission network to connect new renewable generation sources. The scope will consist of construction of new 330kV and 132kV terminals and associated transmission infrastructure as well as upgrade and modification works to existing terminal stations. We are looking for people to join us on this exciting capital works program within an integrated team with our customer.

Job Summary

In this role, you will work with the project team to prepare and manage the project schedule. You will perform schedule integrations, prepare work logic, identify restraints and potential impacts, develop recovery plans, and evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. Your activities will synthesize project components into seamless execution. The role will have one or more direct reports. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

* Receives day‐to‐day guidance from the Project Controls Manager but will be responsible for supporting the project office and site office with all planning/scheduling resources and output deliverables.
* Provides input, guidance and recommendations for planning/scheduling requirements relative to staffing and project control.
* Prepare detailed staffing plans for planning/scheduling activities.
* Coordinate scheduling and planning inputs from all functions to ensure a robust and achievable schedule is prepared.
* Coordinate the set‐up and maintenance thereafter of the specific quantity tracking metrics to ensure weekly quantities are meeting the project schedule requirements.
* Ascertains that the correct scope of work is reflected on all schedules.
* Anticipate, identify, and provide mitigation strategies for problems before they adversely affect a project, and follow up to resolve conflicts, problems, and unresolved issues.
* Integrate interdisciplinary schedule requirements and constraints to establish logical work sequences for assigned disciplines or specialties. Work with the Studies and Approvals team to ensure that the schedule accurately details the inputs and timelines to allow continuity of all scopes of work.
* Establish methods for determining activity durations provided by contractors within assigned disciplines or specialties. Ensure all reports provide adequate overview of contractor scheduled activities.
* Reviews, analyzes, updates, and provides input to the project Master Schedule and other control schedules.

Education & Experience Requirements

* Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10–13 years of relevant experience or 14–17 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

* Proficiency in using PC operating systems and multi‐discipline specific software applications (Primavera P6, Microsoft applications).
* Skilled in oral and written communication, with demonstrated ability to present Project Controls information to management/client.
* Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and solving problems.
* Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start‐up work processes.
* Knowledge of current industry and technical developments.
* Experience on the customer side and working within an integrated team is preferred.

Total Rewards & Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive, including career advancement, culture enhancement programs, and time to recharge. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‐mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com.

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