About the role

The role of Senior M&E Planner is to support the Project Controls Manager by planning the work required, including material and external services, to process work orders and projects through the workshop. Reporting on progress towards achieving delivery dates and on cost performance, with recommendations on how and where to improve performance, is the most important aspects of the Planner’s work.

·       Convert the tender program into a robust project delivery program.

·       Ensure the program development follows standard planning principles and the project requirements.

·       Work with the project delivery team to understand the project resource requirements and resource load for the program.

·       Working with the project controls manager and the commercial team, establish a procurement program. Monitor and set material safety stock levels in consultation with logistics.

·       Capture program status for design, procurement, construction and testing & commissioning. Provide a forecast of material/manpower requirements for the timely delivery of the project.

·       Provide commentary on the project critical path after each program status and recommend program mitigations.

·       Weekly program status and internal/external reporting. Update the Project Manager on overall performance, program risks and possible improvement strategies. Assist the client with any program-related enquiries.

·       Regularly record program information and support the commercial team in delay and EOT claims.

·       Establish work priorities and update these priorities as client’s requirements change.

About you 

• 10+ years’ experience in planning/scheduling activities in major road or rail tunnelling infrastructure projects
• Analytical skills and a logical approach to problem solving.
• Diploma or tertiary qualified education in Engineering, Finance or Project Management preferred
• Proven ability to display initiative and a team-based approach to work.
• Strong communication skills (oral & written), including strong negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels, both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise demands, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet deadlines and follow through within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
• Proficient in the use of Primavera P6 and MS Project is desirable

What we offer

• Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training for career progression
• A competitive remuneration package with salary continuance insurance, employee assistance program for employees and their families, AIA Vitality wellness program and Discounts on private health insurance, vehicles, travel and more

What makes you right for UGL

• Ability to provide a safe, supportive, and positive workplace
• Empower a united and collaborative culture
• Deliver technical excellence and create efficient, innovative solutions
• Build an enviable reputation and the trust of employees, clients, and other stakeholders
• Genuine concern for safety

About Us

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

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