Project Planner at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

Job Summary:

•  GIBB requires a Project Planner to plan and schedule project activities, resources, and timelines to ensure successful project completion.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Developing project plans and schedules, taking into consideration project scope, objectives, and constraints.
• Identifying and defining project tasks, dependencies, and resource requirements.
• Estimating project timelines and resource requirements and developing project budgets.
• Developing project reports and status updates and presenting them to project stakeholders and management.
• Monitoring project progress and identifying potential issues or risks, and taking corrective action as required.
• Coordinating with project teams to ensure that project schedules and plans are being followed, and that project deliverables are on track.
• Updating project schedules and plans as required to reflect changes in project scope, objectives, or constraints.
• Identifying opportunities to improve project efficiency and effectiveness, and making recommendations for process improvements.
• Participating in project team meetings and providing guidance and support on project planning and scheduling.
• Ensuring compliance with project management standards and best practices.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience 

• Degree or BTech (Civil, Elec, Mech, QS, Commerce). Must provide Certificate with transcript
• A relevant degree or certification in project management, engineering, or a related field is required.
• Registered with ECSA/SACPQSP as a Professional is advantageous. Must provide Certificate with registration number
• Registered with PMI advantageous.
• Matric. Must provide Certificate with results
• Experience within the Built Environment
• 5 – 10 years’ Project Planner experience 

Core Competencies/Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Have knowledge of project management principles, such as scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Must be able to guide and lead supporting staff.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools is also required.
• Must have MS Office experience.