Senior Planner (Aviation)

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a highly skilled Senior Planner (Aviation) to manage and oversee the project scheduling, planning, and progress monitoring for our airfield development project. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive project schedules, coordinating between teams, and ensuring timely delivery of project phases.

This role involves ensuring that all project milestones are met on time. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in construction planning, with a proven track record in large-scale infrastructure or airport projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop, monitor, and update annual and long-term business plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with organizational goals.

• Establish and manage the planning process, from the conceptual phase through to project handover, ensuring all aspects of the project are accounted for in the schedule.

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop accurate forecasts and timelines for project activities.

• Track and monitor the progress of the project against the baseline schedule, identifying any deviations or potential delays.

• Track and monitor the progress of the project using the earned value technique to forecast and measure the performance.

• Prepare regular progress reports, highlighting any critical issues, delays, or risks that may affect the project timeline.

• Coordinate with the site teams to gather data on actual progress and update the schedule accordingly.

• Assess the impact of any changes, delays, or issues on the project schedule using the Best Practice delay analysis technique as per international standards.

• Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to ensure they are aligned with the project schedule and timelines.

• Ensure that all required resources (labor, equipment, materials) are available as needed and resolve any resource-related scheduling conflicts.

• Lead the integration of planning efforts between different project disciplines, including construction, commissioning, and operational readiness.

• Utilize planning and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) to evaluate project performance and productivity.

• Conduct “what-if” analysis and scenario planning to assess the prospective impact of schedule changes and recommend corrective actions.

• Ensure that project data is accurately captured and incorporated into the project management system for analysis and decision-making.

• Maintain open lines of communication with senior management, contractors, and other stakeholders to keep them informed of progress and any schedule-related issues.

• Prepare and present regular updates, including critical path analysis and schedule forecasting, to senior leadership.

• Document all planning processes and decisions, ensuring that historical data is properly archived for future reference.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project planning, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.

• Experience with MEGA project in different project ,

• Expert knowledge of project scheduling tools, particularly Primavera P6 .

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, critical path analysis, and resource leveling techniques.

• Ability to manage multiple schedules and competing priorities under pressure.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interact with senior management, project teams, and contractors.

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.

• Knowledge of aviation infrastructure standards, regulations, and project delivery methodologies.

• Compilation of various project reports as directed by management from time to time.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of project management.

• Knowledge of project management best practices, methodologies, and tools.

• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, standards, and practices related to project planning and scheduling.

• Mentorship and Training: Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior planners to support their professional development and ensure consistency in planning practices across the organization.

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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