Lead Planner/Scheduler at GE Oil & Gas

At GE Oil & Gas, we're powering potential. Whether we're developing technologies to make extraction safer and more efficient, or subsea devices that will usher in a new phase in drilling, GE's Oil & Gas teams are committed to creating the high-tech products and solutions that solve some of the world's toughest problems. Join us and you'll find yourself in a flexible, creative environment that fosters the groundbreaking intellectual property and patents that make GE a global leader.

Here you'll have the opportunity to take control of your career within the engineering and business worlds, surrounded by diverse, credentialed talent who work together to make a real difference. If you're a passionate, sound decision maker who thrives on the pursuit of perfection, then join GE in creating the next generation of oil and gas innovations and technologies that will impact the globe for generations to come.

Job Title: Lead Planner/Scheduler

Job Number: 1878618
Location: Onne, Nigeria
Business Segment: Oil & Gas

Responsibilities

• The Lead Planner/Scheduler is responsible for the optimal utilization of Onne workshop resources.
• In this role he/she will act as the "right hand" of the Contract Delivery Manager preparing contract schedules according to customer requirements and developing planning & scheduling tools, processes and reports to maximize critical path visibility to the execution team.
• Work closely with the Customer planners, who deliver and maintain a high level Workshop Activity Plan
• Interface with other various functions/Supervisors within the business to create workshop schedules on Sub-Activity levels
• Relate with the Customer Project Services during yearly Customer Business Plan exercise to forecast Onne workshop and offshore resources requirements
• Report on progress of execution and latest estimated finish dates for major work orders to Customer's Base Coordinator, Planners and Activity Owners
• Provide support to the Contract Delivery Manager in the development of programs and processes that reduce total cycle time and span
• Responsible for quality of delivery, schedule, and planning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Technology, or Quantity Surveying
• At least 8 years of project management experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• Subsea experience is essential for this role
• A strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with management, project team members, Client, sub-contractors and all stakeholders
• Proficiency with planning tools Primavera P6 (Super User) ,MS Project and database tools (MS Access, Excel)
• Ability to interface with difficult customers, customizing planning activities according to specific needs and requirements
• Experienced in integrated planning - resourcing to delivery
• Ability to prioritize activities and respect deadlines
• Six Sigma training is preferred (GE employees only)
• Additional and proven Project Management experience
• Sound business and financial acumen
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Application Closing Date
22nd November, 2013

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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