The position of the Project Planner was mainly established to perform a role dedicated to planning and monitoring multiple projects from beginning to end. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing schedules and resources, while making sure the project remains on track. Moreover, the successful candidate will project risks to help mitigate potential problems.
Responsibilities
Project Planning
Project Plan mapping for both tender and execution phases
Prepare short and long-term resource allocation plans based on input from all key players and team members
Monitor and analyze project effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative tools
Recommend and implement modifications to improve effectiveness and attain project milestones
Follow up with Project Management and Operations Team to ensure project continuity and completeness
Monitor schedule’s critical path and provide serious deviations warnings hindering project results
Implement changes of work scope in the project plan
Update existing project plans based on DPRs
Keep track of all DPRs analyses including Progress Rates, Operational Durations, Preparatory activities, Contingencies
Develop Master Plan of current projects’ progress and updates
Create database with all reasons of project delay and keep track per project task time extensions for future reference
Prepare and present regular internal and external project reports for management
Participate in the evaluation and analysis of schedule-wise risks and issues compromising project results and develop plans to mitigate them
Lead development of baseline schedule and support Project Manager (PM) in Integrated Baseline Review (IBR)
Gather actual data, update project schedule, and develop reliable schedule forecast with support from project team
Possibilities of integrating sub-schedules (Subcontractors, Suppliers) in the Project Schedule
Communicate with potential subcontractors – suppliers for schedule tracking purposes
Communicate with client’s planner for scheduling purposes
Participate in Weekly Project Progress Meetings (in Greece or abroad)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
Master in Project Management Field will be considered a plus.
Proficient user of Planning Software is a prerequisite (MS Project and/or Primavera).
Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite is a prerequisite.
Proficient knowledge of English, orally and written.
Good understanding of heavy machinery and its capabilities will be considered a plus.
Previous experience in construction industry will be considered a plus.
Knowledge of Microsoft Power Automation tools, Programming Languages (i.e. SQL), PWA, Sharepoint will be considered a plus.
Knowledge of other Project/Work Management Software (e.g. Wrike) will be considered a plus.
CAPM, PMP or similar certification will be considered a plus.
Experience
2-3 years’ experience in Project Planning/Engineering.
Other working experience in similar positions.
Private Health Insurance
Company Bus from central points
Fast-paced environment
Specialization in a niche market
Competitive compensation
Continuous development opportunities
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understand the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. All the above are illustrative duties and the post holder will be expected to become involved in a range of work to enable the team to respond effectively to the requirements of the Company.
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Responsibilities
The role involves project planning and coordination within the PMO department. The candidate will be responsible for managing project timelines and deliverables.