Project Planner
Apply now Job ID: 592362
Job type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne
Categories: Project Management, Design & Planning

Who we are
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities.
Position summary
Downer is one of Australia's largest and most experienced providers in the Power Systems and Infrastructure Projects sector. We have recently secured several major projects and are seeking an experienced Project Planner to successfully support the tendering and delivery of power projects nationally.

This position will support the Project Managers and Frontline leaders and can be based in either VIC, QLD or NSW Downer Offices.

ABOUT YOU

• Degree/Associate Diploma qualified in a construction / engineering field as well as possessing relevant industry experience in construction.
• Preferably 5-10 years' experience in a similar role within the Engineering or construction industries with 5 years on site construction practices and processes experience.
• Proficient with Primavera P6 experience.
• Proven ability in identifying and assessing changes to the schedule and mitigations to overcome any delays.
• Provide leadership, coordination and technical support to the planning team to meet the requirements of the project schedule
• Proven experience with Occupations/Possession Planning and coordination.
• You will be commercially savvy and demonstrated experience in Identifying delays and undertake mitigation measures to drive commercial process such as program recovery, delay notices, EOT etc.
• Able to build strong relationships and communicate across project team.
• Experienced in developing detailed look ahead programs, detailed occupations/Site possessions programs on an hourly basis.
• Undertake Site Visit and Interrogate Project progress with foreman, engineers, superintendents.
• Weekly and Monthly Program updates and associated reports.
• Undertake Program resourcing and Experience in Earned Value Management reporting.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• We are all different. That is why Downer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that promotes the skills and insights of all its people irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, ability, age or sexual orientation.
• The unique opportunity to work in an organisation where the safety of our people and the environment is at the forefront of all that we do.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment and a range of financial benefits to support your financial needs and to recognise your commitment to your work.
• Due to our company size, we are able to provide access to a variety of benefits at incredible discounts to support you and your family's lifestyle needs.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this opportunity, please use the link and apply online. Applications emailed directly to the recruitment team will not be considered. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

For more information, please contact rebecca.jayatilaka2@downergroup.com . Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date - applications may also close before this date.

Downer does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Please do not submit any resumes or associated profiles to the Downer careers portal or to any Downer employees. Downer will not pay any placement fees relating to unsolicited resume.