Senior Planning Engineer

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

About company

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job purpose

This role involves strategic planning, resource management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

• Manage all aspects of the planning, scheduling, and programming of the overall project to ensure completion on or before the programmed due date.
• Prepare a master programme that shows all aspects of the project required to be managed, from design, procurement, approvals and construction through to completion, testing and commissioning, handover, and completion of all contractual obligations under the respective contracts/agreements, including the defects liability period.
• Ensure that all contracted parties prepare the various programmes required of them, including but not limited to design programme, procurement programme, submittal programme, construction programme, 4 week and 2 week look-ahead programme, recovery/mitigation programme, and the like, and thoroughly review those programmes for incorporation into and compliance with the project master programme following the employer guidelines and specifications.
• Prepare and distribute progress reports weekly and monthly, or as required by the client, that compare actual progress with scheduled progress for the overall project.
• Manage all contracted parties for adherence to the current approved programmes, forecast any potential delays, advise on means of recovery/mitigation measures and make recommendations for extensions of time claims or penalties in the case of delays, in accordance with the requirements of the relevant contracts, for the client's consideration.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders, including clients, supervision consultants, contractors, vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and compliance with project specifications and regulations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor project progress and performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to address any deviations from the project plan.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management and the client, detailing progress, challenges and solutions, commercial status, risks, etc.
• Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place to mitigate potential project risks and issues.
• Guide and mentor project team members, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and mitigate any concerns.

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 10+ years of experience in projects, specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and resource management.

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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