Project Planner

Overall purpose of the role:

This position is responsible for planning & monitoring complex, multi-year EPCI project(s) through identification and completion of critical path and parallel work activities to achieve optimum performance.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Develops project estimates and resource loaded schedules using Primavera 6 / MS Project software.
• Calculates earned value management reporting parameters.
• Works directly with the Project Managers and project team members to identify and resolve problems in the area of planning and scheduling for the project(s) responsible.
• Directly monitors, controls, consolidates and provides feedback to the project plans developed.
• Assists project management team in preparation of project reporting, analysis and various reporting for management.
• Conducts project progress monitoring including identifying critical activities and reviewing forecasts with progress achieved to date.
• Regularly keeps management informed of problems, issues, and status of the project against the base-line program.
• Defines and prepares monthly KPIs and reporting in accordance with project requirements.

You are the right fit if you have/are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor level qualification in relevant degree (Engineering, Science or Business).
• Proficient in use of Excel, MS Project and Primavera P6 (Preferred).
• Fluent in English and German.

Minimum Experience:

• From 2 to 5 years of experience in project controls primarily in project planning and schedule development on EPCI Projects (construction and oil & gas environment is appreciated).
• Working Knowledge and experience with Earned Value Management Systems is essential.
• Experience in defining and producing planning reports / dashboards.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail are essential.
• Proven track record in successfully planning multi-disciplined projects.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively as a team player.
• Proactive, resourceful, and hands-on approach, demonstrating independence and initiative while working with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and perform efficiently under pressure, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to travel (in & out of country) around 20/30 % of the time.

What we offer you:

• Work for the largest cable manufacturer in the world in a multinational environment.
• A stable and continuously growing company with an open and welcoming corporate culture.
• An attractive salary in accordance with the collective agreement and flexible working hours in a flextime system (including smart working options).
• Individual training and promotion opportunities both nationally and internationally.
• Bicycle leasing incl. employee allowance for the first bicycle.
• Various stock programs for all employees.
• Company fitness with egym Wellpass and further corporate benefits (employee discounts).
• Support for mental health through the holistic platform of our partner nilo.health.