Are you an experienced scheduler professional who thrives in being involved in diverse and varied activities across a number of groups? Do you want to play a key role in achieving NPDC's goals and making a meaningful impact for our community?Ko wai matou - Who are weTe Kaunihera-a-rohe o Ngamotu - New Plymouth District Council is a local government organisation located in the heart of New Plymouth. Our vision is to be the Sustainable Lifestyle Capital, and our district boasts a spectacular natural beauty from Taranaki Maunga to the moana. In 2021, we were awarded the most liveable city (for a population between 75,000 and 150,000) by the International Awards for Liveable Communities. We work collaboratively with iwi, Government, not-for-profits and businesses to achieve outcomes that benefit our community.Te aheinga - The opportunityAs a result of NPDCs Organisation Transformation Review, a number of new teams and roles have been created, including the Project Management Office (PMO). NPDC has over $1B of capital projects to deliver over the next decade and the PMO plays a crucial role in delivering this significant investment efficiently and effectively for our community.We are looking for an experienced project practitioner to fill our vacant Senior Scheduler role. The role will provide high quality portfolio level scheduling and project level planning and analysis expertise to support the successful delivery of NPDCs approved capital plan (Long Term Plan).Tino takohanga - Key responsibilities:Development of a baselined portfolio level (asset class) master delivery programme incorporating time, cost and resource requirements to take projects and programmes through the project lifecycle.Options assessment to determine the optimum balance of time, cost and resource required to deliver the master programme, given priorities, available funding and resource constraints.Monitor performance against baseline, highlighting performance issues and supporting management in analysing and managing these.Work with the PMO leadership team to identify and solve practical constraints related to cost and resources.Work with cost managers to consider/test productivity assumptions to improve accuracy of cost estimating through the project lifecycle.Support project managers with tender schedule reviews / approvals and monitoring.In conjunction with project teams (including external suppliers), analyse critical path and constraints to determine the effect of changes to schedule and recommend work-around or alternative courses of action or recovery where there is slippage.Preparation of high-level schedule and milestone reports that supports effective governance and decision making.Nga tino pukenga me nga wheako - Essential skills and experience:You will ideally be tertiary degree qualified in an engineering or related quantitative discipline or significant programme or project planning experience, plus:A background in infrastructure planning with experience in planning and modelling in a complex environment with competing priorities.Understanding of Project Management principles (has or is working towards PRINCE2 or MSP certification).Experience in planning and optimising project and programme plans, incorporating time, cost and resource requirements.An ability to engage with experts from a range of disciplines including planning, technical, commercial, financial, and the supply chain to develop a realistic programme of work.Desirable:Experience working with Kaupapa Maori, competency in Tikanga and a dedication to applying Te Ao Maori lens.Experience working in a complex public facing environment with working knowledge of Local Government legislation.He aha ai a Taranaki? - Why Taranaki?With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our regions' dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar and mountain playground make this the place to live!Ou matou rourou - What we offer:At the New Plymouth District Council we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development.You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $100,329 and $108,131.We have also put together an 'Our Peoples Package' that spans wellbeing, development, benefits, culture and recognition.If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!Applications close on Tuesday, 27 August 2024.
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