Job Purpose To support the development and management of schedules for projects.
Assist scheduling manager and project managers with schedule planning, coordinating tasks, and monitoring the timelines of scheduled assignments.
They may also identify potential scheduling delays and facilitate remedial action.
Role Key Accountabilities Working with project managers and technical experts to set up assignments, tasks, and subtasks.
Developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective scheduling management system.
Coordinating project timelines with internal departments and external stakeholders.
Monitoring project timelines and deadlines.
Identifying potential project schedule delays and facilitating intervention in a timely manner.
Evaluating performance and preparing project progress reports.
Accommodating updates and changes to project schedules.
Recommending actions to keep projects within budget, and completed on time.
Keeping stakeholders informed of project timelines and deadlines.
Documenting project scheduling processes and maintaining records.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree in project management, or in a related field.
Certification as a PMI scheduling professional, (PMI-SP) will be advantageous.
A minimum of two years' experience as a Project Scheduler in a related industry.
Advanced proficiency in project scheduling software such as MS Projects.
Extensive experience in scheduling planning and management.
In-depth knowledge of the scope of projects within the industry.
Advanced ability to evaluate project progress and facilitate interventions.
Ability to keep stakeholders informed of project timelines and changes.
Excellent organisational, time-management and communication skills.
Personal Attributes Interpersonal/Communication Skills: able to express yourself clearly and be easily understood orally and in writing, able to build effective collaborative working relationships with colleagues.
Self-Starter: be self-motivated and comfortable working within the fabrication environment.
Results-orientated: able to focus efforts towards meeting targets.
Organised: organised with the ability to multi-task and work independently without close supervision, able to prioritise workload and tasks effectively.
Flexible: willing and able to respond to changing circumstances and expectations readily.
Resilient: able to remain focussed, composed in challenging circumstances.
Skills: good understanding and knowledge of project management, tools and processes.
Be a clear and confident communicator with the ability to interact effectively with others.