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McDermott International, Ltd

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Dubai

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in Project Management/Engineering, 10-15 years EPCIC experience, planning skills in LNG projects, expertise in Primavera P6, advanced Excel, and strong communication abilities.
  • You will analyze schedules, support project baselines, review scopes, validate progress, mentor junior planners, maintain activity schedules, monitor compliance, and address delays proactively.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Project Management/Engineering/Construction/Business Management or equivalent combinations of technical training or experience required
  • 10-15 years of EPCIC experience with Onshore or Offshore Oil and Gas or Power Generation related projects
  • Planning/Scheduling experience for Large LNG or Topside Fabrication projects preferred
  • Have solid commands of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office software
  • Must be able to use advanced features in Excel (curves, histograms, dynamic tables, formulas, etc.)
  • Able to produce and maintain logically linked activity schedules, according to precedence flow in EPCIC planning, using best practices
  • Able to produce and assess progress curves, histograms, variance reports, and critical paths
  • Able to analyze project status and performance, deviations, performance factors, forecasts, and workarounds
  • Must be able to produce multidisciplinary logically linked activity schedules, according to precedence flow in planning, using best industry practices
  • Ability to effectively communicate with team members and management

Responsibilities

  • Perform schedule analysis using Project Management software's including Primavera P6, Deltek Fuse & Risk, and Microsoft Project
  • Support project baseline creation during the project initiation and setup phase
  • Facilitate detailed multi-discipline scope reviews
  • Perform detailed schedule quality and integrity checks
  • Update and validate physical progress reported from EVMS systems
  • Provide project schedule support and mentor junior planners as required
  • Develop and maintain logically linked level 3 and level 4 activity schedules, for marine scope installation projects in the Oil and Gas Industry (pipelines, subsea, platforms, HDD), according to precedence flow planning, using best practices
  • Produce workforce histograms and progress and quantity curves in connection with the schedules
  • Maintain and review the sequence of Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction, Installation, Hook-Up, and Commissioning, and other operations for control of critical path and overall project durations
  • Elevate and expedite operations that are delaying the schedule and analyze changes to the schedule to meet unforeseen conditions
  • Create and Monitor schedule compliance, key performance, factors, and provide analysis of variations to baseline data
  • Identify current and potential factors that may delay the schedule. Assess actions for recovery and improvement and analyze changes to the schedule to meet unforeseen conditions
  • Lead and deliver initiatives

FAQs

What is the role of a Principal Planner in the company?

The Principal Planner is responsible for interpreting business issues, solving complex planning/scheduling problems, leading functional teams or projects, and providing expertise in planning/scheduling within the Project Control function.

What qualifications are required for the Principal Planner position?

A Bachelor's Degree in Project Management/Engineering/Construction/Business Management or equivalent technical training or experience, along with 10-15 years of EPCIC experience in Oil and Gas or Power Generation projects, is required.

What specific software should a Principal Planner be proficient in?

The Principal Planner should have solid command of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office software. Advanced features in Excel are also necessary.

Is experience in specific types of projects preferred for this role?

Yes, planning/scheduling experience for Large LNG or Topside Fabrication projects is preferred.

What responsibilities does the Principal Planner have regarding project schedules?

Responsibilities include performing schedule analysis, facilitating scope reviews, updating physical progress, developing activity schedules, maintaining engineering and procurement sequences, and leading schedule compliance initiatives.

What kind of projects will the Principal Planner be involved in?

The Principal Planner will work on marine scope installation projects in the Oil and Gas Industry, including pipelines, subsea, platforms, and HDD operations.

Will the Principal Planner be responsible for mentoring other planners?

Yes, the Principal Planner will provide project schedule support and may mentor junior planners as required.

How does the company view diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to advancing a dynamic, inclusive environment where everyone grows and thrives, recognizing that people power the future.

What is the company's stance on work-life balance?

The company values what individuals do and aims to create an inclusive environment that supports employee well-being and growth.

How important are communication skills for the Principal Planner role?

Effective communication with team members and management is essential for the Principal Planner to succeed in this role.

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McDermott International, Ltd

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

McDermott is a premier provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach—engineered to responsibly harness and transform global energy resources into the products the world needs for now and what’s next. From concept to commissioning, we are creating and delivering the building blocks of the energy transition. Our innovative expertise and capabilities advance the next generation of global energy infrastructure—empowering a brighter, more sustainable future for us all. Operating in over 54 countries, our locally focused and globally integrated resources include more than 30,000 employees, a diversified fleet of specialty marine construction vessels and fabrication facilities around the world.