Manager, Project Coordination & Planning

Job description

Job Summary Accountable for the planning function on allocated project/ tender. Accountable for ensuring that projects/ tenders are effectively planned, scheduled and monitored. Supports Project Management function in delivery of the project/ tender, as required. ensuring they are delivered on time and profitably. Responsible for the planning of medium to high complexity projects, a portfolio projects or sections of larger projects. Key Job Responsibilities Leads application of specific planning/scheduling methods, techniques and tools Good working knowledge of planning/scheduling, Earned Value Management (EVM), project controls methodologies Communicate effectively with the client, project team and stakeholders. Influence on complex requirements and communicate analysis and corrective measures effectively. Leads and manages a team of professionals delivering planning/schedule management services and responsible for team/individual development. Influences client to accept proposals and recommendations Undertakes task/s required to fulfil the requirements of the project/assignment. Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work. Key Job Dimensions What is the Geographical scope of role: Single country Does the role have budget responsibility? No If yes, confirm range Key external stakeholders the role engages with Suppliers, Project Partners and key stakeholders Key internal stakeholders the role engages with Project Lead Planner, Project Director and all members of the project team Does this role have direct reports? Yes If yes, how many? 1 to 4 Does this role have indirect reports? 5 to 8 Proportion of role responsibilities executed through job holder efforts (more than 50%/less than 50%) Less than 50% of the time Does the role mainly follow established procedures? (e.g. call handlers) No Technical Competencies- Skills to carry out the role Essential Desirable Excellent written communication skills, clear & concise. In depth knowledge of schedule management tools & software. Stays up to date with current key industry / professional trends. Industry Competencies - Industry experience and/or qualifications Essential Desirable Multi Industry Construction Experience. Professional Competencies - Personal effectiveness e.g. stakeholder management, effective communicator Essential Desirable Delivers service excellence. Problem solving. Leadership Competencies - Self, others & business Essential Desirable Strong management skills and talent development Develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders (internal and external). Further Qualifications, Certifications & Experience Essential Desirable Significant experience in the use of planning techniques in a range of multi-disciplinary sectors. Ideally Degree educated, preferably in a Construction/ Engineering discipline (or equivalent). Other relevant qualifications specific to local requirements. Potential Career Progression Roles Potential vertical career progression to Associate Director (M4). Potential horizontal career progression to roles across Project/Programme management

Requirements

• Supports Project Management function in delivery of the project/ tender, as required.
• Key Job Responsibilities Leads application of specific planning/scheduling methods, techniques and tools Good working knowledge of planning/scheduling, Earned Value Management (EVM), project controls methodologies Communicate effectively with the client, project team and stakeholders.
• Influences client to accept proposals and recommendations Undertakes task/s required to fulfil the requirements of the project/assignment.
• In depth knowledge of schedule management tools & software.
• Industry Competencies - Industry experience and/or qualifications Essential Desirable Multi Industry Construction Experience.
• Further Qualifications, Certifications & Experience Essential Desirable Significant experience in the use of planning techniques in a range of multi-disciplinary sectors.
• Ideally Degree educated, preferably in a Construction/ Engineering discipline (or equivalent).

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