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ExxonMobil

3mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Calgary

Requirements

  • Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management
  • 15+ years of project controls experience focused on cost control and schedule control achievements
  • Preferred Qualifications/ Experience:
  • Certification(s) in the project management discipline from a recognized organization (Primavera, PMI, AACE etc.) will be considered an asset
  • Willing to travel to Kearl project site
  • Knowledgeable with project management best practices framework and key work processes
  • Demonstrated ability to drive creativity, innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Strong Influencing, Consulting, Mentoring, Analytical, and Computing skills
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Adaptability to changing priorities
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and respond quickly to urgent analysis requests
  • Experience in heavy civil earthworks projects would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely and accurate data and deliverables in support of benchmarking and tool building
  • Provide overall project cost, schedule, progress measurement, and change management leadership and expertise
  • Provide support to Project Team and Stewards with cost and schedule analysis, reporting, forecasting and budgeting
  • Development of Project Controls Plans and Management of Change (MOC) Plans
  • Ensure that the Stewardship process is established and implemented, leading to monthly cost and schedule stewardship reviews
  • Coordinates and communicates priorities for new and ongoing estimating, planning and cost control activities
  • Leads preparation and maintenance of the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), the Original Control Budget (OCB), Current Control Budget (CCB) and Project Master Schedule, and Budget (Planning & Budgeting (P&B) ), and the overall cost and progress control system
  • Coordinate the collecting, analyzing, and reporting of project cost and schedule control information, to ensure overall project status is assessed and potential problem areas identified; prepares overall cost and schedule forecasts
  • Administer and facilitates the Management of Change process
  • Facilitate Capital Efficiency / Opportunities and Vulnerabilities process
  • Interface with Controllers regarding AFEs/budgets and invoices and development of Work-In-Place
  • Participate in bid evaluation process (as required)
  • Participate in developing Contract Price Budgets and Contract Control Schedules and Milestones
  • Ensure familiarity of Project Controls team with Contractor payment terms and contract coordination procedures applicable to their scope
  • Leads preparation for Gates Reviews, Advance Commitment, Full Funding or Supplement activities
  • Coordinates development of cost and schedule estimates in preparation of Gate and Check Point/Advance Commitment reviews
  • Coordinate development of Estimate Confidence Packages and Estimate Development Plans
  • Respond to ad hoc requests from Project Management Team (PMT) related to Controls/Reporting
  • Perform quality assurance at the project level by monitoring and appraising the performance of Contractors in the areas of cost control, progress measurement and schedule control
  • Responsible for ensuring that proper and effective project control measures are executed by the Contractor; including the Contractor’s cost and schedule control organization, plans and procedures
  • Review and, where appropriate, endorse schedule, progress and cost baselines and forecast prepared by contractors
  • Review progress measures reported by the Contractor
  • Review cost and schedule bases of Contractor's Change Proposals / Orders; including progress trends developed by Contractor
  • Assist site management in developing/reviewing cost and schedule corrective actions and recovery plans, and making sure needed actions/plans are implemented
  • Manage the Cost and Schedule organization including the Contractor sites and serve as the central link from the Project to the organization
  • Maintain close liaison with other members of the organization on the Project and the function
  • Coordinates development of Project Controls Implementation Plan tailored to the specific projects
  • Ensure Functional alignment for support and approval of key deliverables (i.e. Estimate Confidence Package, Estimate Development Plan, etc.)
  • Drives and promotes capital efficiency on projects being stewarded by the department

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Project Planner at Imperial?

The primary role of a Project Planner at Imperial is to implement overall project controls direction through the application of systems and methods for estimate development, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development/control, and management of change.

What are the key responsibilities of a Project Planner?

Key responsibilities include providing project cost and schedule analysis, reporting, forecasting, and budgeting; developing Project Controls Plans; managing change; ensuring effective stewardship processes; and coordinating the collection and analysis of project data.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management and 15+ years of project controls experience focused on cost control and schedule control achievements are required.

Are there any preferred qualifications for a Project Planner?

Yes, preferred qualifications include certifications in project management disciplines (e.g., Primavera, PMI, AACE), willingness to travel to the Kearl project site, knowledge of project management best practices, strong analytical skills, and experience with heavy civil earthworks projects.

What skills are emphasized for the Project Planner role?

Strong influencing, consulting, mentoring, analytical, computing skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, adaptability to changing priorities, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to multitask and respond quickly to urgent analysis requests are emphasized.

Does Imperial support diverse backgrounds in its workforce?

Yes, Imperial honors diverse backgrounds and aims to create an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their full selves to work, regardless of their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

What does the career growth look like for a Project Planner at Imperial?

Imperial offers a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities, encouraging employees to bring their ideas and help create sustainable solutions that meet society’s evolving needs.

Where is the Upstream Department of Imperial located?

The Upstream Department of Imperial is located in Calgary, Alberta.

Is travel expected in this role?

Yes, the role requires willingness to travel to the Kearl project site as needed.

What processes will the Project Planner be involved in?

The Project Planner will be involved in cost and schedule forecasting, management of change processes, capital efficiency assessments, and preparation for Gates Reviews and budgeting activities.

ExxonMobil

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1882
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The need for energy is universal. That's why ExxonMobil scientists and engineers are pioneering new research and pursuing new technologies to reduce emissions while creating more efficient fuels. We're committed to responsibly meeting the world's energy needs. We aim to achieve #netzero emissions from our operated assets by 2050 (for Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions) and are taking a comprehensive approach to create emission-reduction roadmaps for major operated assets.

Culture & Values

  • Shareholders

    We are committed to enhancing the long-term value of the investment dollars entrusted to us by our shareholders. By running the business profitably and responsibly, we expect our shareholders to be rewarded with superior returns. This commitment drives the management of our Corporation.

  • Customers

    Success depends on our ability to consistently satisfy ever-changing customer preferences. We commit to being innovative and responsive, while offering high-quality products and services at competitive prices.

  • Employees

    The exceptional quality of our workforce provides a valuable competitive edge. To build on this advantage, we will strive to hire and retain the most qualified people available and to maximize their opportunities for success through training and development. We are committed to maintaining a safe work environment enriched by diversity and characterized by open communication, trust, and fair treatment.

  • Communities

    We commit to being a good corporate citizen in all the places we operate worldwide. We will maintain high ethical standards, obey all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and respect local and national cultures. Above all other objectives, we are dedicated to running safe and environmentally responsible operations. Exxon Mobil Corporation aspires to be at the leading edge of competition in every aspect of our business. That requires the Corporation's resources — financial, operational, technological, and human — to be employed wisely and evaluated regularly. While we maintain flexibility to adapt to changing conditions, the nature of our business requires a focused, long-term approach. We will consistently strive to improve efficiency and productivity through learning, sharing, and implementing best practices. We will be disciplined and selective in evaluating the range of capital investment opportunities available to us. We will seek to develop proprietary technologies that provide a competitive edge. We aspire to achieve our goals by flawlessly executing our business plans and by adhering to these guiding principles and the foundation policies that follow.

Benefits

  • Work-life balance

    Flexibility is key to the way we do business. We support intermittent individual flexibility for employees to adjust when and where they work, as well as paid time off and leave of absence to optimize life and work.

  • Long-term security

    We provide financial protection for you and your family. Offerings such as life insurance and disability leave ensure income stability during difficult times.