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Job Description:
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Planning Manager to join our team! In this role you will manage the program-wide project control/ scheduling activities and maintaining the Program Master Schedule. Developing the capability and supervising the performance for all program planning/scheduling development, analysis, reporting and progress evaluation.
The position interfaces with the Client, Project Director, Contracts Managers, Design and Engineering team, Construction Directors, PMCM Consultants, and has oversight of all construction scheduling activities. Reports to the Senior Planning Manager.
What You'll Be Doing:
Develops and implements strategic planning initiatives to support the company's objectives.
Provides guidance and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex planning problems.
Leads and manages the planning team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
Interfaces with clients and PMCM consultants and attends regular meetings and provides statistical reports.
Coordinates with various departments to ensure alignment of planning activities with overall business goals.
Analyzes market trends, industry developments, and internal data to inform planning decisions.
Prepares and presents detailed reports on planning activities, progress, and outcomes to senior management.
Identifies and mitigates risks associated with planning processes.
Ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Continuously improves planning processes and methodologies.
Supports/assesses the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
Supports/performs integration of scope, cost and schedule within the WBS and ensure mapping is accurate on an ongoing basis.
Leads the preparation and establishment of effective schedule management plans and procedures and monitors, refines, and improves the reporting and controls tools as required.
Leads the development and maintenance of the program wide integrated schedule.
Assists in developing the program’s procurement strategy and its associated phasing timelines and update it regularly.
Participates in the development of key milestones dates and schedule requirements in the RFPs for the design consultant and construction contractors.
Participates in the review and response to bidders’ queries during tender periods.
Participates in the weekly and monthly progress meetings with the contractors, supervision consultants and the client.
Creates statistical reports for management on a recurring or one-of-a-kind basis.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university
15 years of work experience in project control and scheduling of engineering and construction activities including supervisory/managerial experience
Extensive experience with projects at design stage
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Knowledgeable of current Primavera Enterprise Systems scheduling technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project
Familiar with AI scheduling technology.
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