Summary
Vertiv is seeking an experienced Project Planner to support the planning and execution of busbar system projects in the United Arab Emirates. The role develops and maintains project schedules, coordinates inputs from engineering, procurement, production, and site teams, and tracks progress against milestones. Duties include identifying schedule risks, preparing progress reports, supporting resource and capacity planning, and managing schedule changes. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, project planning experience, and knowledge of planning tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
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Job Title: Project Planner Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Project Planner to support the end-to-end planning and execution of Busbar system projects. The role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, coordinating with engineering, procurement, production, and site teams, and ensuring timely delivery of busbar projects in line with customer requirements and project milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning tools and techniques.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, production, and project management teams to gather inputs for planning.
- Track project progress and update schedules regularly to reflect actual performance.
- Identify potential delays, risks, and bottlenecks, and recommend corrective actions.
- Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for management review.
- Monitor resource allocation and support capacity planning.
- Maintain baseline schedules and manage changes through proper change control processes.
- Ensure alignment of project timelines with organizational goals and customer requirements.
- Participate in project review meetings and provide schedule-related insights.
- Support continuous improvement in planning processes and tools.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Project Planner or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of project planning tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and coordination abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Good understanding of manufacturing, engineering, or construction project environments (preferred).
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of ERP systems (ORACLE or similar).
- Strong MS Office and reporting skills.