Senior Planner

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Downer Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

The opportunity

As a
Senior Planner
you will report into the Project Controls Manager and work across one of our water and wastewater programs in the Energy & Utilities Business. Responsible for preparing, maintaining and monitoring schedules for the program and projects delivered under Build Better Together.

This full-time permanent role and will be based out of our client's office in Mango Hill with on-site parking available.

What you'll do

  • Prepare resource and cost loaded detailed project delivery schedules, for allocated projects/work packages, using past construction knowledge and experience that accurately reflect the conditions of the contract, design and specifications.
  • Maintain and update the project master schedule, where applicable, incorporating subcontract schedules, to ensure appropriate execution of work package plans are completed as required.
  • Ensure compliance with Downer's standards and requirements as set by Utilities Performance Commercial & Risk Team, in terms of Schedule Quality and Change Management.
  • Perform delay analysis as needed by the Contract and support with suitable narrative.
  • Manage/ undertake, review and analysis of sub-contractor schedules to confirm alignment with good scheduling practice and Downer standards and requirements.
  • Assist in the development of project practices and procedures.
  • Undertake reporting requirements of internal and external stakeholders.

What we offer

  • Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives
  • Access to Downer Group benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements / hybrid working
  • Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team.
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry
  • Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring
  • Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company

What we're looking for

  • Degree or equivalent desirable in Engineering, Business Management, or Project Management preferred
  • Certifications/Competence on Primavera P6 Scheduling tool
  • At least 10 years prior Project Scheduling experience (preferable in water/wastewater/utilities)
  • A Project Management certification and Oracle DB Qualification would be highly advantageous
  • Previous commercial experience planning and scheduling for a portfolio of small and large projects using Primavera P6 (essential), Microsoft Project and associated systems
  • Advanced Excel Skills (essential)
  • Power BI knowledge and working experience (desirable)
  • Microsoft Visio knowledge and working experience (desirable)

'About Energy & Utilities…
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply
Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.

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