Project Planning Specialist

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeProject Full time $90,000 - $130,000
Project Oversight Specialist

We are seeking a professional to work with project managers to enhance delivery outcomes through expert guidance in project planning, scheduling, and financial performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement a disciplined approach to project oversight. Plan, monitor, control, and report on overall project status, providing analytical expertise to enhance project outcomes, performance, and compliance.
  • Track and report on project financial status, including forecasting, variance analysis, and cost optimization efforts to support strategic decision-making.
  • Ensure project schedules and resource plans remain accurate and reliable, aligned to industry standards and delivery methodologies.
  • Provide technical coaching and support to project teams on schedule development, especially for complex initiatives requiring advanced planning capabilities.
  • Uphold procedures and contractual requirements across all aspects of project control.
Requirements:
  • This position requires either current eligibility or holding a security clearance; therefore the candidate must be an Australian citizen.
  • Tertiary qualification or professional certification in Project Management, providing understanding of project management principles, planning methods, and schedule construction.
    • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Project and ability to support project management applications.
    • Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
    • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent communication and presentation abilities for engaging with teams, stakeholders, and clients.
    • Experience in document quality assurance and formatting.
    • Adaptability to change and ambiguity, with ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
    • Proven team player with a proactive mindset and ability to build trust and rapport.
    • Minimum of 2+ years in a similar PMO-related role, supporting large programs with multiple projects and project managers.
    • At least two years' experience as a Project Scheduler using Microsoft Project.
    • Experience managing project controls and reporting for large-scale programs, including:
      • Risk and issue tracking
      • Deliverable and dependency management
      • Schedule status reporting, financial management, and reporting for complex programs
      • Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams in dynamic environments
      • Demonstrated success liaising with a diverse range of stakeholders
    Working Environment:

Supporting a flexible hybrid work environment where in-person collaboration is valued, and work location will be determined based on individual preferences and operational requirements.

About Us:

Committed to building better futures for customers, colleagues, the environment, and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion, belonging, and corporate citizenship, and support societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice.

  • Extensive onboarding and development resources, including training and mentorship opportunities.
  • Flexible leave options, including purchased leave.
  • Volunteer days for charitable and emergency services.
  • Well-being support through employee assistance programs.
  • Novated leasing, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave, and other benefits.

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