Sr. Project Planner

Sr. Project Planner

Contract period: 10.11.2026 - 30.11.2027
Location: Stavanger

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Continuous improvement and standardization
• Be a key driver to evaluate, develop and maintain standards for planning for the Client
• Use digital initiatives to improve planning methodology
• Support the development of Client total portfolio overview of ongoing activities and projects
• In project/portfolio:
• Track, monitor and accurately report project progress and forecasting. Develop and maintain project schedules on allocated project
• Development, management and distribution of project plans reflecting various levels of detail within the integrated project planning environment.
• Production of both on- and offshore resource histograms and S-curves when required
• Co-ordinate the completion of planning/scheduling input to the monthly reporting (internal and/or external) on dedicated projects/portfolio working closely with project team members to establish planning/scheduling information and performance.
• Prepare and contribute to project reviews when required
• Support the estimating process to ensure planning risks are identified and appropriately quantified

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated project experience from early phase, modification and execution projects
• Strong knowledge of planning tools, SAFRAN in particular
• MSc or BSc in Business Administration, Engineering or a technical certificate in Construction Management
• Demonstrated knowledge of cost-/schedule risk analysis (CSRA)
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Fluent written and spoken communication skills in English

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting 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.