Planner / Scheduler – 500 kV Substations Tender (4-Month Contract)

About the role

An experienced Planner / Scheduler is sought to support a major multi-billion-dollar infrastructure tender for 500 kV substations and switching yards. Working closely with the Bid, Estimating and Engineering teams, you will develop robust, resource-loaded tender programmes showing how the project will be delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client requirements. The initial contract is 4 months, with potential for a permanent position and further tenders.

Key responsibilities

• Develop Level 3 and Level 4 tender programmes using Primavera P6
• Plan construction sequencing across civil works, earthing, primary plant, secondary systems, testing and commissioning
• Prepare resource histograms, manpower curves, quantity loading schedules and staging plans
• Develop the Basis of Programme, including assumptions, productivity rates, critical paths and contingency
• Coordinate with estimating and engineering teams to align programmes with quantities, resources and costs
• Integrate long-lead equipment, OEM activities, network outages and contractor interfaces
• Review critical paths, assess schedule risks and update programmes in line with client requirements

Required profile

• 5+ years' experience as a Planner / Scheduler in an EPC or contracting environment
• Proven experience developing tender programmes for HV substations, switching yards, transmission or major energy infrastructure
• Relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, construction management or project management

Required skills

• Advanced Primavera P6, including resource loading, calendars, activity coding and XER file exchange
• Strong understanding of HV substation construction sequencing through to commissioning and energisation
• Excel for resource histograms, manpower curves and quantity-loaded schedules
• DCMA 14-point schedule assessments, schedule risk analysis and time-location diagrams highly regarded

What we offer

• Initial 4-month contract with competitive rates
• Hybrid working from a Sydney office
• Potential for permanent employment and future projects and tenders

To apply, submit an updated CV and cover letter by the named recruiter.