Our client is seeking a seasoned Project Planner to join their dynamic team in Victoria, Canada. In this role, you will be required to provide technical support for the contract bid preparation during the planning phase including; work breakdown, specification clarification and identification of subcontracts.

Role Responsibilities:

• Create Manageable Tasks and management activities utilising custom software
• Analyse, vet, and interrogate Work Specifications to ensure a full and detailed understanding of customer requirements (including resource and material identification)
• Investigate and compile a listing of surveys required by the work specification and determine cost coverage recommendations
• Resolve conflicting project requirements through having a full understanding of client requirements
• When necessary, deputize for the Planning Supervisor and ensure that the direction of the department is followed in relation to strategic direction of the company
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the client and the client’s agents
• Comply with all working practices, standards of discipline, safety, and quality
• Complete other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate brings:

• Extensive relevant experience, including;
  • Electrical and/or mechanical and/or welding background
  • Project planning, project management
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Effective communication skills with the ability to communication to all levels of stakeholders
• Experience using IT systems to control work packages
• Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalent certification (an asset)
• Production shipyard experience or having a Navy maintenance background (an asset)
• Royal Canadian Navy operating systems experience (strong asset)

Note: Candidates must be eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

Expected Salary: $63,055 – $94,583 (CAD)