Scheduler/Planner

Employer:	NES Global Talent Updated: Oct 13 2015
Desired Expertise:	Cost Engineer, Planner / Scheduler, Project Controls
Experience:	8+ years
Minimum Education:	Masters Degree
Salary:	$80000 - $115000 per annum, Benefits: Full
Location:	Houston, US
Language:	English
Reference Code:	16492684
Employment Type:	Full Time Salaried Employee
Job Status:	Active / Open
Work Authorization:	None

Job Description:
Our Client is an Engineering & Construction company involved in Oil & Natural Gas projects. It is part of a global organization and has an opportunity for an experienced project controls scheduler/planner to be based in the Houston offices. Job Duties • Prepares and maintains engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning schedules • Production of project schedule • Preparation of project progress measurement tools and instruction on use to Superintendents • Preparation of productivity tools and instruction on use to Superintendents • Measurement and reporting of adherence to the schedule • Report on progress and productivity using information gathered from Superintendents. • Reporting of current schedule adherence and productivity in periodic reports to site, Client, and management. • Work with Cost on earned value vs cost comparisons • Produce scheduled vs actual progress analysis as required • Report challenges to schedule completion as discovered Essential Qualifications & Requirements: • Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in all aspects of cost engineering, estimating, planning and scheduling and management information activities. • Construction and FEED experience is helpful but not mandatory • Proficient with P6, MS Office • Must have 8-10+ years' experience in Project Controls with emphasis on scheduling in the petrochemical and/or oil and gas/mining industries. • Must have knowledge of personal computers and Project scheduling programs. Please note applications will only be considered from candidates with authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship. Established in 1978, NES Global Talent provides a complete range of contract and permanent talent solutions to the Oil and Gas, Power, Construction and Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Manufacturing and IT sectors worldwide. With more than 40 offices in 28 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. Offering far more than a traditional recruitment service, we fully support our contractors while they are on assignment with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.