Project Planner

The Project Planner role is to monitor and record project progress and convey this information to both internal and external stakeholders.

It will be the responsibility of the Project Planner to maintain the accuracy of the project schedules & internal software systems for all ongoing projects.,

• Responsible for developing overall Project Master Schedule from inception of project till delivery & handover to client.


• Preparation and modification of Project / Production Schedules for the proposal team.


• Responsible for suitable work breakdown structure for all Projects. Baseline preparation, resource loading & analysis.


• Liaising with all other departments, call out meetings and addressing the critical path of the project and convey multiple float analysis of milestones.


• Closely monitor project progress against plan, suggest possible ways to expedite and improve schedule. Implement corrective actions in the project planning /scheduling based on lessons learned on the projects. Regularly review and update project plan and distribute to stakeholders.


• Work with the Project Engineering team and supporting departments such as Engineering, Procurement, & Production to ensure the accuracy of the Project / Production Schedules.

Assist in addressing the delays, deviation from planned schedule and thus keep close monitoring of the project.

• Track sub suppliers POs with expeditor / purchasing department.


• Provision of internal and external KPI reporting and data analysis to support expediting vendors.


• Implement improvement plans where there is a significant gap between expectations and vendors / subcontractors actual performance.


• Maintain data accuracy of projects on internal Project Management systems


• Monitor progression of internal project activities such as the Design Review Process


• Monitor progression of project documentation on each project inline with required completion dates listed on internal Document Control Systems.


• Review Resource loading to highlight availability concerns to meet project needs.


• Support Project Engineering team with admin tasks as required


• General tasks as assigned by the Head of Projects


QHSE


• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and the Environment.


• Follow SMS, and where appropriate Clients, Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Safety Management Systems.


• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example to ensure company goals are achieved and exceeded.
  
  Minimum of 3 GCSEs grade C or above, or equivalent.



• Project Management Qualifications


• Project Planning Qualification


• MS Project Qualification


Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build positive relationships, and work collaboratively, across the business.


• Good organisational skills with an ability to manage own workload and priorities to meet deadlines and respond to changing priorities.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Good level of interpersonal skills


• Resilient and calm under pressure.


General & Specialist Knowledge:

• Experience in a Project based environment


• Ability to communicate with Internal and External Stakeholders


• Proficient in Windows based software


• Proficient in MS Project



• Good knowledge & understanding of packages such as Hydraulic Power Units, Chemical Injection Units, etc.


Relevant Experience:

• Proven track record in the design of Hydraulic / Pneumatic / Electrical topside equipment for the Oil & Gas Industry.


• Previous experience in a similar role, and able to prepare a 90 day look ahead work plan for multiple projects running in parallel



• Formal Project management Training (e.g. APM)
  
  We are looking for a Project Planner to join our growing team at Specialised Management Services.


As an independent solutions provider, its our people that make the difference, they are the driving force behind our business.

To support our ambitions, we are always looking for talented people with a passion for their discipline and the dedication to drive the success of our organisation. If this sounds like you, then we would love for you to join us on our extraordinary journey.

SMS are the hydraulic and electrical experts. Our priority is to optimise the integrity and efficiency of assets from concept to operation and beyond.

We do this through our extensive range of asset integrity solutions, smarter services including digitally optimised solutions, and new build and retrofit control systems specialised management services honed over 30 years supporting some of the biggest names in the global energy industry.

Our local teams work closely with our clients across all industries to understand their needs and deliver the right solution with the speed, flexibility, integrity and customer service you expect from a family-owned business.

Alongside a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 25 days annual leave


• Option to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave


• Long Service Reward Scheme including additional leave after 5 years service


• Life insurance


• Pension


• Employee Assistance Programme providing support and expert advice for both professional and personal matters.


• Wellbeing support from our fully trained Mental Health First Aiders


• Health Cash Plan offering a range of benefits including cash back on optical, dental, physiotherapy and wellbeing services.


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Deals and discounts on a range of online and high street retailers.


• Free Parking


You can also expect from us:

• Work on projects for world-class operating assets renowned for their safety, reliability and efficiency


• A supportive and engaging environment where you can drive change and grow your career


• Commitment to your ongoing development


• Flexible working arrangements, mix of office and home working (where appropriate for the role)