Manager – Planning / Senior Planner (Planning & Performance Monitoring Lead)

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Manager – Planning / Senior Planner (Planning & Performance Monitoring Lead) - to join our team.

What You'll Be Doing:

KPI Frameworks:

• Design, implement, and maintain Key Performance Indicator (KPI) frameworks to measure organizational performance.

• Align KPIs with strategic goals and ensure they are actionable, measurable, and relevant.

• Regularly review and update KPIs to reflect evolving business priorities.

Integrated Schedules :

• Develop and manage integrated project schedules to ensure alignment across teams and departments.

• Coordinate timelines, milestones, and dependencies to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.

• Monitor schedule adherence and proactively address delays or conflicts.

Dashboards :

• Create and maintain performance dashboards to provide real-time visibility into key metrics and progress.

• Ensure dashboards are user-friendly, visually appealing, and tailored to the needs of stakeholders.

• Leverage data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to present insights effectively.

Executive Reporting :

• Prepare high-level reports and presentations for senior leadership and executives.

• Summarize performance trends, risks, and opportunities in a concise and actionable manner.

• Provide data-driven recommendations to support decision-making.

Intervention Management :

• Identify areas of underperformance or misalignment and implement corrective actions.

• Lead intervention initiatives to address challenges and ensure projects or processes stay on track.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and mitigate risks.

Continuous Improvement :

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process enhancements.

• Use performance data and feedback to refine planning, monitoring, and reporting practices.

• Promote best practices and innovation to optimize organizational performance.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience on a major Projects/Programs, with at least 3-5 years in a management or leadership role.

• Strong expertise in performance management, KPI development, and strategic planning.

• Proficiency in project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and drive insights.

• Experience in executive-level reporting and stakeholder communication.

• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.

• Leadership and collaboration skills to manage cross-functional teams and initiatives

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

Senior-Level Experience: Proven track record in business management or PMO (Project Management Office) functions, preferably within giga-projects or large-scale initiatives in real estate, retail, or customer-focused sectors.

Governance and Leadership: Strong governance, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.

Technical Proficiency: Expertise in modern project management tools, reporting systems, and digital platforms (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Power BI, Tableau).

Educational Background: Relevant academic and/or professional qualifications in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related fields.

Analytical and Communication Skills: Exceptional analytical skills to interpret data and generate insights, coupled with excellent communication skills for executive-level reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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