Project Planner (SMPP)

Job Description: Project Planner (SMPP) Location: Western Cape, City of Cape Town, Somerset West Job Type:24 month Contract, Full-Time hours Job Duties: Tracking analysis and reporting of Project Status Scope the detail of the project (Project Management and Product Scope) Develop WBS and WBSD Review provided control schedules by 3rd parties Integration to a Master Schedule Monitor 3rd party schedule as updated on a weekly basis Monitoring and Control (Log) Issues, Incidents, Critical Path slippage, Change Provide reports on a weekly basis to include Tasks in QA, Tasks completed, Tasks in progress, Tasks delayed, Tasks to start in the next reporting period, Baseline % vs Physical %, SPI, Identify Risks and communicate to the Project Controls Manager for resolution/mitigation Look Ahead Reports Delay analysis from 3rd parties Monitor any available free float Develop S-Curves from 3rd party schedules and prepare overall S-Curve for the project Assessing opportunities to optimize the schedule Forecast impact and adjust schedule accordingly based on confidence in remedial and recovery actions Issue task list/work orders daily reports and communicate project status to stakeholders Education: Planning Professional (SP) PMI Diploma in Project Management Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in project planning using MS Project Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency in project management software Understanding of engineering principles and processes Ability to work effectively in a team environment Proven experience as a Project Planner or similar role Knowledge of project management tools and techniques Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Location: Somerset West, ZA

Posted Date: 9/2/2025