Senior Planner

As a Senior Planner you will report into the Lead Planner and work across one of our water and wastewater programs in the Energy & Utilities Business. Responsible for preparing, maintaining and monitoring schedules for the program and projects delivered. 

This full-time permanent role and will be based out of our client’s office in Mango Hill with flexible/hybrid working arrangements. 

 What you’ll do 

• Work across the Bid and Delivery stages of multiple projects.

• Prepare resource and cost loaded detailed project delivery schedules, for allocated projects/work packages, using past construction knowledge and experience that accurately reflect the conditions of the contract, design and specifications.

• Maintain and update the project schedule, where applicable, incorporating subcontract schedules, to ensure appropriate execution of work package plans are completed as required.

• Ensure compliance with Downer’s Standards and requirements as set by Utilities Performance Commercial & Risk Team, in terms of Schedule Quality and Change Management.

• Perform delay analysis as needed by the Contract and support with suitable narrative.

• Manage/ undertake, review and analysis of sub-contractor schedules to confirm alignment with good scheduling practice and Downer standards and requirements.

• Assist in the development of project practices and procedures.

• Undertake reporting requirements of internal and external stakeholders.

What we offer 

• Employee benefits including health and wellness initiatives 

• Access to Downer Group benefits 

• Flexible working arrangements / hybrid working  

• Personalised career development and growth working with an industry leading team.  

• Competitive remuneration package 

• Safety focused culture working within in leading services industry 

• Management support coupled with ongoing training and mentoring   

• Career enhancing opportunity to work within an ASX limited company 

What we’re looking for 

• Tertiary qualification – Degree, or equivalent, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management or Project Management preferred

• 10+ years site construction experience on water, power transmission, substation, networks or plant shutdown projects

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of CPM scheduling concepts and delay analysis techniques

• Previous commercial experience planning and scheduling for small and large projects using Primavera P6 (essential) and Microsoft Project (used predominately) for subcontract program management.

• Expert in projects and bids with scopes in Civils, Electrical, Controls, Utilities & Services

• Experience in Shutdown and Turnaround projects is an advantage

• Strong stakeholder management skills

• Strong knowledge of resource management in Primavera P6

• Previous experience in Earned Value Management System

• Microsoft Visio knowledge and working experience

• Microsoft PowerBi (Desirable) and developing reporting dashboards

• Certifications/Competence on Primavera P6 Scheduling tool (Required)

• A Project Management certification (Desirable)

• Oracle DB knowledge and qualifications 

• Risk Management (Desirable) 

• Extension of Time and Delay Analysis

• Analytical skills and self-discipline

‘About Energy & Utilities… 

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople. 

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. 

How to apply 

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you!  

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.