Director - Planning and Scheduling

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia KPMG Australia Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year
Company Description

Job Description

The KPMG Project and Program Delivery team offer multi-disciplinary planning, design, and delivery services across all phases of the project lifecycle from visioning to delivery.

We support our clients with integrated project management, PMO, project controls, estimation, cost control, project delivery, planning and design, and contract compliance and assurance advice.

We are excited to present an opportunity for a Director, Planning and Scheduling . This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who is passionate about building and growing a high-performing team, possesses strong technical expertise in the infrastructure space, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional client outcomes. Additionally, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving business development initiatives, fostering client relationships, and identifying opportunities to expand our service offerings.

Your Opportunity
As part of the Project and Program Delivery team, you will work closely with our clients to support their strategic infrastructure investments by scoping and delivering major projects. This role can be based in either Sydney or Brisbane.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Support clients in successfully navigating complex projects from development of early master schedule to delivery and delay claims assessment.
  • Support the growth and development of up-and-coming leaders in scheduling and project controls.
  • Drive business growth, by providing strategic oversight, to enable growth in broad sectors and markets.
  • Champion a culture of high performance, transparency and accountability, delivering on commitments both internal and externally for our clients and stakeholders.
Your Experience
  • Extensive experience using scheduling and planning software's, including but not limited to oracle, P6, Procore and Microsoft Project.
  • Experience in leading teams and delivering major projects across various sectors and markets.
  • Strong analytical skills including experience in both creation and reviews of Schedules and Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA).
  • Natural people skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with our clients.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
Qualifications

Engineering and Project Management qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who've got your back. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you'll take control over how you work. We're embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

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