Senior Project Planner

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Vestas Full time

Vestas is seeking an experienced Project Planner to join our team on the largest wind farm project in the Southern Hemisphere.

As a successful candidate, you will be part of a highly motivated and collaborative project team with extensive knowledge in EPC project management.

In this position, you will work closely with colleagues in the PMO team in our Melbourne office and the site project team on a daily basis. Effective communication is crucial to ensure you can gather the best data to conduct planning efficiently. You will leverage your extensive scheduling experience to create clear and concise plans, including alternative plans and potential forecasts to align with the ever-changing construction environment.

The Project Management Office (PMO) operates across APAC and provides support during Wind Farm Construction. The PMO manages Cost Control, Scheduling/Planning, Documentation, Process, Risk Management, Lessons Learned, and Analytics.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Creation of Sales Schedules During Tender Phase and Reviewing Sub-Contractors
  • Maintaining the Master Construction EPC Schedules during Construction Phase
  • Update Project Schedules Monthly/Weekly
  • Support Contract Department On EOT's
  • Support Project Managers Reporting To Client
  • Create What-If Scenarios
  • Use internal reporting tools
  • Reporting To Senior Management
  • Manage / Report on the Critical Path
  • Meet Contractual Obligations

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in EPC construction project planning using Primavera P6
  • Trade or Tertiary Qualifications with 5 years minimum renewable/construction experience (not essential)
  • Knowledge in PMI-SP (highly regarded but not essential)

Competencies:

  • Experience in Master Schedule management
  • Extensive understanding and knowledge in Primavera P6 - Required
  • Experience in Microsoft Projects - Optional
  • Experience in Microsoft Suite - Required
  • Excellent usage of Critical Path Method
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good stakeholder management
  • Good understanding in Delay Analysis
  • Knowledge in Earn Value Management (EVM) - Principles
  • Experience in S-Curve Reporting

What We Offer:

  • A strong safety culture
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
  • An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy
  • The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development
  • Global career progression prospects

Our Benefits:

  • Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
  • Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
  • A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
  • Flexible workplace arrangements
  • 13 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
  • 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion.

About Vestas:

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us.

With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity.


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