Area Planning Manager

Venture Global LNG

39d • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the contractor Planning & Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) processes and functions for our Major Capital Projects. This new position will be based in the Cameron, LA area, and report to the Senior Director, Planning & Scheduling. This position will collaborate with Venture Global project management and contractor personnel to provide leadership and oversight of planning professionals assigned to the project. The primary focus of this position will be the safe and efficient work planning of civil and structural activities, pipe installation and testing, electrical and instrumentation installation, materials management, and commissioning & start-up activities in support of the overall project schedule. In addition, this position will ensure contractor employs robust planning & advanced work packaging processes and procedures in accordance with the goals and expectations of the Project. The role will also require effective communication to Project and Executive Management for timely decision-making and incorporation of stakeholder input. The role will be based at our project site, with potential for travel to other project locations and contractor offices.

Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant construction planning and field execution experience in major Oil & Gas engineering and construction projects
• Commitment to safety
• Proficient in NavisWorks or other 3D modeling and work packaging software, such as iConstruct
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Visio skills
• Leadership experience required
• Strong work ethic with ability to effectively prioritize, meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities and business needs, and succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to efficiently summarize and prioritize information

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Power BI, SQL or similar relational database management systems preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with strong critical thinking and attention to detail
• P6 Planning experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work with Project Team supporting the tracking and execution of EWPs and PWPs
• Provide oversight of the contractor’s WFPs (Workface Planners) and support development of Field Installation Work Packages (FIWP).
• Support and track execution of FIWPs
• Monitor FIWP’s with material management allowing time for material allocation
• Ensure FIWP’s are issued with enough time allocated for final installation planning
• Identify FIWP constraints and work with Project Team to remove any constraints that would prevent efficient execution of FIWPs
• Coordinate with all departments on the project to ensure planning process is fully integrated within project

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior