Senior Construction Planning, Programming

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SJA is a leading Construction Advisory and Delivery Services firm with a multinational network and track record spanning over 25 years. As a respected leader in the Australian construction and infrastructure industry, our reputation is built on technical excellence, integrity and client satisfaction. With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth, we are expanding our team with the addition of a Senior Construction Planning, Programming and Controls Consultant.

The role will suit individuals currently working within the construction industry with a minimum of 10 years' experience who can demonstrate exceptional expertise in the provision of planning, programming and project controls. You will be tried and tested, confident in your abilities and driven to see out your most productive years on the back of your previous and successful experience.In performing your duties, you will be able to call upon and be supported by other seasoned construction industry professionals across our firm.

The position is based in our Melbourne CBD Collins Street office. You will be offered the opportunity to work with some of the most experienced Construction minds in the country. Candidates who are permanent residents, citizens or have the right to live and work in Australia will have a strong advantage.

SJA offers the opportunity to work on domestic and international projects and disputes as well as offering industry leading training and support which will enhance and develop your career. At SJA, we foster a culture of inclusion, trust and diversity, offering a competitive salary and bonus scheme to recognise and reward talent.

The role:

The role is diverse in nature, though it primarily will involve the provision of professional construction planning, project control and delay analysis services to our well-established list of authority, developer, contractor and end-user clients

Our client base operates at the top tiers of the industry, offering the SJA team the opportunity to work on many of the largest projects in Melbourne and around Australia.

Experience:

The successful candidate will be a dynamic, confident and self-motivated individual who is comfortable with accepting responsibility and working with a high degree of autonomy. Candidates are to demonstrate the skills earned from a minimum of 10 years planning and programming experience, including site-based roles within the construction industry. The following attributes are also highly desirable:

Delivery experience of major building, resource and infrastructure projects.

A high level of skill and understanding of contemporary resource-based planning principles, industry safety standards and various types of construction delivery methodologies.

The confidence to work autonomously within a client environment.

Experienced in the production of detailed project programmes in accordance with contract documentation, integration of budgets with the programme, establishing progress measures and tracking, regular project progress analysis and reporting, time-related substantiation and/or assessment of delay/acceleration

Experience in the preparation and defence of extension of time claims.

Experience and proficiency in the preparation of written reports.

Working knowledge of contractual mechanisms related to time.

Proficiency in mainstream planning software such as Primavera P6, MS Project and Asta Powerproject.

Your engagement will be based on a negotiated remuneration package and work within our modern, flexible, friendly, committed and supportive team environment. Career development and management opportunities will be integrated into your engagement. If you believe you possess the skills, experience and professional attributes we are looking for, please forward a cover letter with your resume .

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Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry? Have you completed a qualification in building & construction?

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