Project Planner

**Introduction**:

- Full-time, permanent. 2025 commencement
- Based in Southbank, South Brisbane
- Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules for significant renewable energy infrastructure

**Description**:
Who are Consolidated Power Projects (CPP)?
As a member of the Quanta Services Group, a Fortune 300 company, Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) stands as a leader in high-voltage power solutions. We specialise in the renewable energy sector, excelling in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of high-voltage infrastructure, including transmission substations, wind farms, solar farms, and battery storage systems.
With over 650 employees and offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, CPP are preferred partners with Australia’s major transmission network providers and we are rapidly growing to play a significant role in connecting Australia’s energy future.
The pipeline of work is secured, join us as we help to deliver Australia’s renewable future.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Project Scheduler with strong experience in planning, scheduling and project controls, who will be responsible for the development and delivery of project schedules for industry leading high-voltage renewable energy projects in our Queensland Operations team.
This role forms part of a wider team of Project Schedulers nationally. Reporting to the Program Scheduling Lead, and working closely with Project Managers and Project Engineers in our QLD operations business unit, you will provide excellence in developing, monitoring and analysing effective project performance. You will also lead the development and maintenance of project schedules and measure, assess and report on progress against project baselines.
Our Queensland Operations team is embarking on an exciting period with the delivery of multiple EPC projects including the Ulinda Park BESS & Substation, Greenbank BESS and Brendale BESS & Substation. This is your opportunity to play a key role in helping the state achieve its renewable energy targets.This is your opportunity to play a key role in helping the state achieve its renewable energy targets.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop and manage comprehensive project schedules for renewable energy projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input on project timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
- Monitor project progress and adjust schedules as necessary to address changes in scope, delays, or unforeseen challenges.
- Analyse schedule performance and report findings to project stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment between the project schedule and the overall project goals, budget, and timeline.
- Support project risk assessment and mitigation by identifying potential scheduling conflicts.

**Skills and Experiences**:
About You
**To be successful in this role, you will possess**:
5+ years of demonstrated experience in supporting complex multi-disciplinary projects, ideally in renewable energy or utilities sector. Experience in other industries such as infrastructure, oil & gas and mining will also be considered
Prior experience on complex, high-value projects within either construction, renewables, or similar industry
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders
Strong computer literacy
Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6, Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC) and Microsoft Project
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Why Join Us?
At CPP our people are our most important asset. We believe in investing, nurturing and developing your talent, enabling you to succeed and achieve your full potential. As a leader in delivering high voltage infrastructure projects, we provide the opportunity to work on the most exciting projects in the industry, with access to current and leading technologies. We encourage and support new ideas. If you like to question the norm and embrace new ideas, then work with us.
**Benefits include**:

- Attractive salary package, and opportunities for continual professional growth
- Novated Leasing - purchase a new car and make huge savings by reducing your taxable income.
- Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program, with everyday savings at over 400 retailers
- A free comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family, with access to a wealth of resources to look after your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- Generous employee referral program of up to $4,000
- Professional development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued
- The opportunity to join an industry leader who deliver end-to-end services on projects from design to construction for the greater good of our environment
- Work on major HV infrastructure and renewable projects that contribute to creating a sustainable future
- Modern workspace with a short walk away from cafe's and restaurants
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