Lead Planner/Scheduler

We are currently hiring a Lead Planner / Scheduler for our client in the Houston, TX area.

Position Overview:
The Lead Planner/Scheduler provides technical and non-technical support to all project activities in respect to planning/scheduling, resource loading/leveling, and schedule baseline variance analysis. By understanding and navigating the critical path, you will help drive the project to successful completion.
Responsibilities:

• Expert with standard planning and scheduling methodologies and tools
• Prepare plans and schedules for large and complex projects or multiple projects
• Obtain Project Team buy-in/approval of all documented schedule assumptions and baselines
• Ensure all changes to schedule baselines are approved prior to execution, as necessary
• Provide timely and accurate schedule updates based on input/coordination with the Project Team
• Facilitate planning workshops to define project schedule activity scope, relationships, and dependencies
• Creation, assignment, and maintenance of schedule EPS, WBS, Activity Calendars, Activity Codes, Global Changes, and Resources
• Review, challenge, and incorporate external supplier/contractor schedules into the Master Integrated Schedule
• Validate schedule forecast accuracy, productivity, and produce variance analysis documentation
• Provide all necessary inputs for and actively participate in Cost and Schedule Risk Assessments (CSRA)
• Facilitate Schedule Risk Assessment and prepare and present results
• Assess schedule irregularities/trends to suggest acceleration opportunities and corrective actions
• Responsible for project progress measurement including reporting and schedule integration
• Develop and implement planning/scheduling processes and procedures
• Develop and maintain schedule benchmarking system
• Coach and mentor junior Planner/Schedulers in industry best practices/processes
• Lead a team of schedulers across multiple projects/program
• Assess client needs and provide strategic development of scheduling solutions
• Coordinate with and foster open lines of communication amongst all Project Team members
• Strive for continuous improvement across all areas of work
• Other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Ten plus (10+) years planning/scheduling experience. Energy industry experience preferred
• Degree at BSc level in Finance, Business, or Technical
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 Professional
• Strong working knowledge of project control functions and project accounting processes, ERP systems, and tools such as MS Dynamics 365, SAP, MS Project, and Power BI
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal
• High level of personal integrity
• Strong relationship capabilities
• High levels of creativity, persistence, curiosity, and enthusiasm
• The candidate should be a self-starter, possess strong analytical skills, and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Proficient in both written and spoken English

All interested candidates should send an updated MSWord resume to [email protected]