Lead Planner - Energy & Utilities

Overview

Lead planner overseeing project schedules for Energy & Utilities programs across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

• team lead
• schedule development
• schedule review
• delay analysis
• reporting
• compliance

Tasks

The opportunity As a Lead Planner you will report to the E&U Planning Manager working across Energy, Water, Power, Transmission and Substation projects. You will be responsible for managing a team and preparing, maintaining and monitoring schedules for the program and projects delivered under Build Better Together.This is a full-time permanent role and will consider candidates in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide with flexible/hybrid working. You will also be required to travel to site when required.What you'll do -Work across the Bid and Delivery stages of multiple projects. -Lead team of planners across Australia and New Zealand -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. -Undertake reporting requirements of internal and external stakeholders. -Manage/ undertake, review and analysis of sub-contractor schedules to confirm alignment with good scheduling practice and Downer standards and requirements. -Perform delay analysis as needed by the Contract and support with suitable narrative. -Assist in the development of project practices and procedures. -Ensure compliance with Downer's Standards and requirements as set by Utilities Performance Commercial & Risk Team, in terms of Schedule Quality and Change Management. -Maintain and update the project schedule, where applicable, incorporating subcontract schedules, to ensure appropriate execution of work package plans are completed as required.

Requirements

• primavera p6
• oracle db
• powerbi
• microsoft project
• project management
• 10+ years

What You Bring

-Leadership and management experience -Certifications/Competence on Primavera P6 Scheduling tool (Required) -Risk Management (Desirable) -Excellent knowledge and understanding of CPM scheduling concepts and delay analysis techniques -Analytical skills and self-discipline -Oracle DB knowledge and qualifications -Microsoft PowerBi (Desirable) and developing reporting dashboards -Previous experience in Earned Value Management System -Strong communication skills and people management skills -Extension of Time and Delay Analysis -A Project Management certification (Desirable) -Previous experience in supporting Senior Leadership Teams in large organisations -Tertiary qualification - Degree, or equivalent, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management or Project Management preferred -10+ years site construction experience on water, power transmission, substation, networks or plant shutdown projects -Previous commercial experience in planning and scheduling for small and large projects using Primavera P6 (essential) and Microsoft Project (used predominately) for subcontract program management. -Microsoft Visio knowledge and working experience

People Also Searched For

Benefits

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

About Downer

-specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities. -supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations. -undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure. -has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development. -notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services. -has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.

Sector Specialisms