We are looking for a Project Planner

We are looking for a Project Planner
Pnr: 18436

Job Description:

• Develop and maintain a project specific WBS according to corporate standard WBS methodology for each phase, that properly reflects the project scope, interfaces and execution methodology
• Liaise with Estimating and/or Cost Disciplines in order to ensure proper alignment between Cost/Estimate and Schedule
• Develop project schedules and set performance baselines according to corporate and project requirements
• Build and run schedule risk models and provide schedule risk reports at relevant points in the project or sub-project (at a Decision Gate or as part of a Baseline Schedule Revision exercise for example)
• Provide analysis and review of schedules supplied by contractor companies, internal corporate business units and/or alliance partners as appropriate
• Monitor, control and report project status at regular intervals throughout the project lifecycle
• Highlight potential schedule risks and/or opportunities and recommend mitigating or exploiting actions for each
• Provide input to Finance or Asset as part of the business planning process as required
• Perform schedule close-out activities according to corporate requirements
• Set objectives and goals for his / her area of responsibility in order to contribute to achieving the objectives for the project to which they are assigned
• Any other Planning related activities as prescribed by the Project Manager(s), PCL or PSM

• An engineering qualification to degree level is desirable but not essential
• Minimum of 5yrs experience in a similar senior/lead planning position (10yrs if no engineering qualification is possessed)
• Have an in-depth understanding of offshore development project execution methodology and the associated Decision Gate processes
• Be an advanced user of Industry Standard planning and scheduling software (Oracle Primavera, Safran etc)
• Have experience of building and running risk models using Primavera Risk Analysis, Deltek Acumen or Safran Risk

• Self-starter with a strong delivery focus, excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Should have a strong team ethic
• Be fully open to new ideas and methods of working
• Strong and effective communication skills. Willing to receive/give constructive feedback.
• Flexible and adaptable to handle changing priorities and new tasks
• Open minded team player with ability to influence, share knowledge and interface with a wide range of teams / disciplines / strategic partners
• Driving continuous improvement, using Lean methodology, towards providing a best in class planning service
• Ability to recognize and solve problems, make decisions and drive progress

• English
• Norwegian

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry´s most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes 
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.