Senior Planner

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Lead the development of project plans, including scope definition, work breakdown structure, schedule, and resource allocation, in collaboration with project teams.
• Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules using project management software, ensuring alignment with project objectives and milestones.
• Resource Management: Coordinate with resource managers to allocate resources effectively and optimize resource utilization across multiple projects.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and constraints that may impact project timelines or budgets, and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Progress Monitoring: Monitor project progress against established schedules and milestones, and proactively identify and address deviations or delays.
• Communication: Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project teams, stakeholders, and senior management through regular reports and presentations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather input, resolve conflicts, and ensure alignment of project plans with organizational goals.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that project plans adhere to quality standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and methodologies, and lead initiatives to implement enhancements.
• Mentorship and Training: Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior planners to support their professional development and ensure consistency in planning practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 20+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling, with demonstrated progression to senior roles.
• Experience of working on similar roads & highways construction projects.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project requirements and constraints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate teams, resolve conflicts, and drive results in a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of project management best practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, standards, and practices related to project planning and scheduling.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of project management.
• As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.
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