Project Planner

Project Planner

in a firm in Lagos Full-time

Industry Construction / Real Estate

Specialization Construction, Engineering, Project Management,

Minimum Qualification Degree

Required Experience 7 - 10 years

Application Deadline 2012-09-06
We have over the years been involved in the construction of a broad spectrum of projects for Government, Multinational Companies, Industrial Groups, as well as High Net worth Individuals. We require the services of qualified candidates to fill this position.

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain detailed engineering and construction schedules including development of critical path and project float.
Partner with project personnel to establish the plan and document the scope, develop project schedules and or capital cost estimates.
Maintain liaison with management regarding project planning by conducting analyses and preparing reports.
Make presentations to clients as needed.
Monitor hours and costs to determine trends and to assist in forecasting.
Evaluate scope changes, cost trends, additional work orders and other elements.
Interact with suppliers and contractors and makes cost comparisons.
Ensure the maintenance of all essential documentation.
May make periodic visits to review cost reporting.
Gathers and reviews data concerning facility modifications including requested modifications, company policies, regulatory requirements, and required completion dates
Participates in the development of timetables and schedules for projects
Prepares technical Statements of Work for construction projects, facility modifications, improvements and high end service and maintenance contracts
Coordinates the review of estimated project costs including equipment, installation, labour, materials, preparations, and other related costs
Prepares project budgets and cost estimates, schedules and coordinates resources and tasks to complete projects on approved budget
Coordinates projects with all affected parties to ensure projects are completed on schedule and government regulations and health and safety requirements are maintained
Maintain scheduling processes and procedures and update as required
Manage the operation of the project scheduling system (Microsoft project, primavera, etc)
Interface and support Projects to ensure project schedules are accurate and maintained
Interface with project teams to ensure that milestones are established and reported monthly
Ensure scheduling information and reports are accurate.
Perform monthly or bi-weekly programme level scheduling analysis as required
Mentor and provide career guidance to planning/scheduling personnel.
Provide required planning/scheduling training to team members.
Comply with safe work practices and ensure that safety is demonstrated as the highest priority
Provide all Planning and Scheduling services to meet the needs of the company with a customer service oriented approach
Assist in preparation of programme master schedule and perform critical path analysis.
Integrate project budget and schedule to support EVM analysis and reporting.
Participate in claims analysis and negotiations.
Prepare schedule performance measurements reports, forecasts and studies.
Develop and implement project control procedures in conjunction with supporting project ancillary functions.
Prepare project plans and detailed manpower utilization plans.
Analyse critical paths and restraints to determine effect of changes on the schedule and recommends workarounds to mitigate impacts.
Develop plans and recommendations for mitigation of impacts of schedule problems.
Assist in preparation of the monthly progress report.
Analyses data and situations, recommends solutions to supervisor
Prepares and submits updates and reports every 2 weeks


Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field or relevant experience.
6-10 years’ experience with an engineering or construction firm is preferred.
Experience with Project Scheduling including Critical Path Methodology, Productivity Tracking and Earned Value required.
Experience with Capital Cost Estimating, Contracts Management and Cost Control is a plus.
Knowledge of Risk Assessment, Value Engineering and Life Cycle Cost Analysis is a plus.
Change Order Management experience is a plus.
Primavera and Microsoft Project knowledge/experience
Proficient user of all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel and Access.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of moderately complex problems
Strategic planning and schedule development.
Effective communication abilities.
Maintaining and developing effective relationships both internal and external.
Must be able to work under pressure in order to meet tight deadlines.
Good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings
Good interpersonal skills
The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
The ability to initiate, plan, and manage multiple projects and priorities
Highly organized and motivated
Thorough knowledge of safety practices.








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