Project Programmer

About the role

Nacap, a multi-disciplinary constructor of energy infrastructure, is looking for an experienced Project Programmer to join its Brisbane team in a permanent, ongoing role. The successful candidate will initially be assigned to the Toowoomba to Warwick (T2W) pipeline project and then support other major infrastructure projects across Nacap's national portfolio. Reporting to the General Manager – Operations, the role develops, maintains and analyses integrated project schedules, supporting Project Managers and senior stakeholders in keeping projects safe, on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain detailed baseline project schedules
• Produce integrated schedules and set up progress measurement systems based on earned value principles
• Collect, validate and analyse progress data from site teams and subcontractors
• Produce forecasts, carry out risk reviews, what-if analysis and mitigation planning
• Support delay analysis, time impact assessments and forensic planning
• Ensure compliance with Nacap project controls standards and reporting cycles
• Help develop and standardise planning templates
• Prepare schedule reports, dashboards and narratives for internal and external stakeholders
• Turn conceptual designs and limited scope information into buildable delivery programs
• Coach, mentor and give performance feedback to team members

Required profile

• Ideally a nationally Australian-recognised degree in Engineering, Construction/Project Management or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years' experience, with proven ability to program linear infrastructure such as pipelines
• Experience in a JV or head contract environment is well regarded
• Able to turn contractual requirements into a realistic construction programme and to challenge progress claims with construction teams
• Eligible candidates must hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or unlimited working rights

Required skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
• Advanced knowledge of project scheduling, critical path analysis and progress measurement
• Strong oral and written communication skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration
• 16 weeks paid parental leave plus superannuation, 22 days annual leave, extra personal and compassionate leave and a day off for your birthday
• Employee referral bonuses and discounts at over 400 retailers
• Career growth opportunities, novated leasing and free onsite parking