Planner / Scheduler, EPC Industrial

Planner / Scheduler, EPC Industrial & Oil and Gas (Calgary, Alberta)

The Planner and Scheduler will work closely with other groups, leaders and project managers to support effective and proactive control of project plans and schedules. This position requires a strong commitment to excellence in the development and support for cost control and project management systems, processes, resources and tools. The Planner and Scheduler will be preparing (or assisting the preparation of) Level 1 to Level 3 EPC schedules in a sustaining capital project environment with particular emphasis on critical path leading from engineering to procurement to construction.

This position requires flexibility in meeting multiple job demands and the requirement to assist other team members on-site as and when needed. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge and expertise in utilizing Primavera P6 software, combined with good interpersonal/teamwork, organizational, and communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Most importantly, they would need to have the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team including procurement, contracts and construction management, and ability to handle operational pressures calmly.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of work experience in planning and scheduling experience in engineering, procurement, construction environment; (Preferred: Field and construction planning experience)
• A recognized engineering or business degree, technical school diploma or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of EPCM planning and project reporting
• Knowledge of procurement, contracts and construction management
• Expert in Primavera P6 software
• Strong MS Excel skills for analysis and reporting
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong oral and written communication and influencing skills
• Quality-focused with strong attention to detail while being able to maintain a ‘whole project’ perspective
• Ability to meet safety requirements to attend site visits

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing (or assisting the preparation of) Level 1 to Level 3 EPC schedules in a sustaining capital project environment with particular emphasis on critical path leading from engineering to procurement to construction
• Leading and participating in interactive planning sessions, and holding meetings with project managers, estimators and engineers to review and adjust preliminary schedules for initial distribution
• Coordinating the overall planning and scheduling activities on projects
• Interfacing with engineering disciplines, project management and clients (if required) to ensure accurate engineering and procurement data is reflected in the schedules
• Monitoring, reviewing, analyzing and reporting on the schedule status during all project phases
• Performing manpower resource loading for assigned schedules and preparing histograms and other charts, as required
• Managing project schedules, analyzing schedule variations and evaluating project trends and schedule forecasts
• Analyzing risks to project schedules
• Assisting in the preparation of schedule data for proposals or contracts
• Assuming responsibility for the preparation, quality and accuracy of project and proposal schedules
• Performing in-depth what-if scenario analysis
• Performing variance analysis
• Performing logic analysis of schedules
• Coaching and mentoring for other planners and schedulers on the team
• Performing other duties as assigned

Contact Harbinger Network:

Harbinger Network Inc. is a Canadian-based firm that serves companies across Canada, a diverse Network of Recruiters, and expertise in over 10 major disciplines. Our mission is to build meaningful careers for Professionals and develop powerhouse teams for all Businesses across Canada. To apply for the position of Planner / Scheduler, EPC Industrial & Oil and Gas (Calgary, Alberta) in confidence, please include a cover letter and submit it along with your resume to:

Joy Lumanog, MBA, CPHR (Senior Client Development Executive & Recruitment Specialist)

Contact mobile number: (778) 262 0800 or Calgary Line (403) 775 9908 Ext 124

Contact email address: joy@harbingernetwork.ca

To learn more about Harbinger Network visit www.harbingernetwork.ca or contact us at 905-257-9691, extension 124.