Job Description
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Senior Project Planner/Scheduler to join our industry-leading Project Delivery and Construction team at our office located in Frankfurt, Germany.
In this role, you will be accountable for developing, progressing, and forecasting all phases of the project schedule/plan using the most current industry practices and software. You will also provide planning leadership and integrate with engineering, procurement, cost, technical & construction disciplines for seamless reporting to ensure effective Capital Project Delivery.
Additional Responsibilities
1. Develop, monitor, and update project Plans & Schedules encompassing the entire engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) life cycle
2. Work in a highly collaborative and dynamic project environment
3. Facilitate/participate in project scheduling meetings as well as Pull/Phase/Takt/Interactive planning sessions as required to develop, refine, and progress project plans
4. Analyze schedule input from project partners, including clients, internal teams, vendors, and contractors, to verify schedule durations and integrity, as well as evaluate the logic and float paths
5. Integrate into an overall master schedule
6. Assure the credibility of the information in a master schedule
7. Make recommendations to manage float and (re)sequence activities to achieve project milestone/target dates
8. Collaborate with estimating & cost control to resource/cost load schedules as required
9. Collaborate with the team to support constructability and value engineering
10. Evaluate schedule risk & perform analysis (Monte Carlo Simulation, etc.) as required
11. Baseline schedules and document basis for approval
12. Monitor schedule progress, deviations, and variances and assess impacts to the critical/near-critical path activities
13. Assist in developing alternatives for corrective action
14. Perform job site walks to verify the physical progress of scheduled activities and analyze change orders for schedule impacts
15. Continually progress & review schedules with the project team to ensure accurate and timely data is incorporated and forecasted
16. Ability to generate earned value, SPI, CPI, and other schedule performance metrics
17. Prepare schedule progress reports, trending charts, and schedule analysis
18. Maintain a record of scope changes, trends, and variances that potentially affect schedule performance
19. Emphasis on data visualization and effective team communication
20. At the project completion, develop and record the project’s historical schedule information and “lessons learned”
21. Provide supervision and leadership for more junior department and project personnel
22. Collaborate with all groups to improve company processes, systems, and intellectual infrastructure to promote organizational learning and continuous improvement
23. Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills are required, with the ability to prioritize and manage large amounts of information to effectively meet deadlines
Qualifications & Requirements
24. BS degree in engineering or related technical field, construction management, or applicable experience.
25. 7+ years’ experience as a planner/scheduler on facilities capital projects.
26. Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) processes in the Pharma/Biotech Industry.
27. Understanding of engineering, construction methodologies, and technical documentation.
28. Demonstrated expertise in the use of modern planning and scheduling principles, methodologies, techniques, and tools, including CPM, Last Planner, 4D, etc.
29. Strong analytical and computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Primavera P6 Planner, Microsoft Project, as well as MS Office Suite programs (MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI, etc).
30. Knowledge of vPlanner, BIM 360, and other visual & collaborative planning tools.
31. PMI, AACEI, or other industry certifications.
Context & Safety
32. Safety-minded individual who must comply with the IPS Mission Zero Safety policy.
33. Capable of working alone or as part of a team without a significant level of supervision.
34. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time with extended computer use.
35. Experience working in both a Home Office and a Field environment.
36. Up to 50% travel required to both project and regional office locations.
37. This position is a safety-sensitive position.
38. The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.
About Us
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.
Specialties
Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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