Project Planner / Scheduler at Arbico Plc

Arbico Plc (ARBC)is involved in Building construction and civil engineering. The Company deals with general construction, construction of single family housing and civil engineering contract.The Company was established in 1958 and was listed on the exchange since 1978.

Arbico Plc is recruiting to fill the below position of:

Job Title:  Project Planner/Scheduler

Location: Lagos

Job Description:

• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering and construction schedules including development of critical path and project float.
• Partner with project personnel to establish the plan and document the scope, develop project schedules and or capital cost estimates.
• Maintain liaison with management regarding project planning by conducting analyses and preparing reports.
• Make presentations to clients as needed.
• Monitor hours and costs to determine trends and to assist in forecasting.
• Evaluate scope changes, cost trends, additional work orders and other elements.
• Interact with suppliers and contractors and makes cost comparisons.
• Ensure the maintenance of all essential documentation.
• May make periodic visits to review cost reporting.
• Gathers and reviews data concerning facility modifications including requested modifications, company policies, regulatory requirements, and required completion dates
• Participates in the development of timetables and schedules for projects
• Prepares technical Statements of Work for construction projects, facility modifications, improvements and high end service and maintenance contracts
• Coordinates the review of estimated project costs including equipment, installation, labour, materials, preparations, and other related costs
• Prepares project budgets and cost estimates, schedules and coordinates resources and tasks to complete projects on approved budget
• Coordinates projects with all affected parties to ensure projects are completed on schedule and government regulations and health and safety requirements are maintained
• Maintain scheduling processes and procedures and update as required
• Manage the operation of the project scheduling system (Microsoft project, primavera, etc)
• Interface and support Projects to ensure project schedules are accurate and maintained
• Interface with project teams to ensure that milestones are established and reported monthly
• Ensure scheduling information and reports are accurate.
• Perform monthly or bi-weekly programme level scheduling analysis as required
• Mentor and provide career guidance to planning/scheduling personnel.
• Provide required planning/scheduling training to team members.
• Comply with safe work practices and ensure that safety is demonstrated as the highest priority
• Provide all Planning and Scheduling services to meet the needs of the company with a customer service oriented approach
• Assist in preparation of programme master schedule and perform critical path analysis.
• Integrate project budget and schedule to support EVM analysis and reporting.
• Participate in claims analysis and negotiations.
• Prepare schedule performance measurements reports, forecasts and studies.
• Develop and implement project control procedures in conjunction with supporting project ancillary functions.
• Prepare project plans and detailed manpower utilization plans.
• Analyse critical paths and restraints to determine effect of changes on the schedule and recommends workarounds to mitigate impacts.
• Develop plans and recommendations for mitigation of impacts of schedule problems.
• Assist in preparation of the monthly progress report.
• Analyses data and situations, recommends solutions to supervisor
• Prepares and submits updates and reports every 2 weeks

Working Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Risk Assessment, Value Engineering and Life Cycle Cost Analysis is a plus.
• Change Order Management experience is a plus.
• Primavera and Microsoft Project knowledge/experience
• Proficient user of all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel and Access.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of moderately complex problems
• Strategic planning and schedule development.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Maintaining and developing effective relationships both internal and external.
• Must be able to work under pressure in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings
• Good interpersonal skills
• The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• The ability to initiate, plan, and manage multiple projects and priorities
• Highly organized and motivated
• Thorough knowledge of safety practices

Qualification/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field or relevant experience.
• 6-10 years experience with an engineering or construction firm is preferred.
• Experience with Project Scheduling including Critical Path Methodology, Productivity Tracking and Earned Value required.
• Experience with Capital Cost Estimating, Contracts Management and Cost Control is a plus.

Application Closing Date
February 28, 2013

Method of Application
Qualified and Interested candidates should apply with the subject as "Project Planner/Scheduler" and send CV to: recruitment@arbicong.com