OPG Project Planner - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Oceaneering

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    Description

    Position Summary

    The Project Planner primary function is to ensure a good understanding of resources requirements starting at tendering stage and during the Project Life Cycle.

    Duties & Responsibilities

    Functions

    ·Set-up and manage the overall multidisciplinary planning process.

    ·Assist Project Managers with project schedules, progress measurements and internal/external reporting.

    ·Prepare short and long-term resource allocation plans based on input from all stakeholders.

    ·Create, maintain, and report key performance indicators i.e. utilisation, efficiency.

    ·Support the development and/or improvement of planning processes across the region and drive standardization and continuous improvement.

    ·Maintain training requirements as directed by management.

    Supervisory Responsibilities

    ·This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

    ·Reports to OPG Senior Manager.

    Qualifications

    REQUIRED

    ·Minimum five (5) years of experience in:

    oproject planning

    oresource planning and forecasting

    orisk management

    omanaging stakeholder conflict

    ·Advance knowledge of planning systems such as Primavera, MS Project or similar.

    ·Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and PowerBI.

    DESIRED

    ·CAPM / PMI-SP Certification or equivalent.

    ·MSc in Business Management.

    ·Familiar with product and services offered by Oceaneering Projects Group (OPG).

    ·Knowledge of 5S and Lean Principles.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

    ·Knowledge of Project Management tools such as Waterfall, Agile, Kanban, etc.

    ·Excellent communication and organizational skills.

    ·Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders.

    ·Flexible approach to work schedules in line with the demands of supporting wide geographical demands across multiple time zones.

    ·International experience working in multi-cultural teams.

    Working Conditions

    This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.

    ·Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.

    ·Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace.

    ·Work surface is stable (flat).

    ·Remote work will be possible.

    Physical Activity/Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    This position is considered LIGHTwork.

    Closing Statement

    We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company.