Senior Planner – Houston, TX – Long contract! (MUST be able to work in the U.S, w/o Sponsorship!  Local Candidates, please!) 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Assist in developing the program integrated schedule consistent with the Client Common Process;

- Develop and manage detailed schedules covering activities through to the start of execution;

- Manage and support planning activities of the contractors chosen to execute the program of work;

- Ensure that schedule learning from complementary work in other Client Business units and external companies are identified and appropriately utilized;

- Assist in developing the schedule process, system and procedures to support the program;

- Assess potential contractors’ and vendors’ schedule capabilities;

 - Provide assurance that the contractors’ schedule systems interface with client and progress measurement is effective and consistent;

- Promote collaborative information sharing with team members and contractors;

 EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

- 15+ years of solid broad-based experience in both define and execute phases on projects, a clear track record of delivery and a willingness and ability to work with all disciplines;

- Well developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain relationships with colleagues and contractors;

- Good communications skills;

 - Well developed support / knowledge management networks;

- Understanding of current schedule best practices and familiarity with Primavera P3 / P3ec;

- Excellent teamwork skills, including the ability to work with various sub-teams to resolve issues and reach decisions that are in the best interest of the program;

- Minimum BA/BS and 5 years equivalent experience or AA and 7 years equivalent experience may be substituted.

- Requires travel outside of the U.S. (1 week per month) – Valid passport and Visa

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the required qualifications, the successful applicant is likely to be able to demonstrate the following:

- Experience working with subsea contractors;

ANY OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:

Database administration experience preferred.

Valid driver’s license;

- English fluency required;

- Local Houston, TX Candidates Only