Project Planner

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Key Responsibilities

1. Master Schedule Development & Management

• Primavera P6 Leadership: Own the development, logic sequencing, resource loading, and maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) in Primavera P6 (Levels 1 through 5).
• Baseline Management: Establish, maintain, and manage changes to the project baseline in accordance with strict change management protocols.
• Critical Path Analysis: Perform regular Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis, Float management, and schedule risk assessments (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations) to proactively identify bottlenecks.

2. Multi-Entity & Cross-Geography Coordination

• Interface Management: Act as the primary planning interface between three separate business entities across varying time zones and cultural landscapes.
• Schedule Integration: Consolidate disparate schedules, sub-projects, and progress data from international partners into one cohesive master network.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitate weekly and monthly cross-border alignment meetings, ensuring all entities understand their interdependencies and near-term milestones.

3. Progress Tracking & Performance Reporting

• Earned Value Management (EVM): Implement and monitor EVM metrics (CPI, SPI, SV, CV) to accurately measure project health and performance.
• Progress Validation: Establish standardized progress measurement rules of credit across all three entities to ensure data integrity and objective reporting.
• Executive Reporting: Prepare high-quality dashboards, S-curves, and variance analysis reports for executive leadership and joint-venture boards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Technical Expertise

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• Software Mastery: Proficiency in Primavera P6 (EPPM/PPM). Proficiency in MS Project, Excel (advanced macros/VBA), and data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau) is highly desirable.
• Experience: More than 5 years of planning/scheduling experience in large-scale infrastructure, oil & gas, mining, or civil engineering projects (valued at $100M+).

Core Competencies

• Geographic & Corporate Navigation: Proven track record of working within Joint Ventures (JVs), consortia, or matrixed organizations spanning multiple countries.
• Communication: Exceptional English verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders who have competing priorities.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to spot trends, anomalies, and schedule risks hidden within massive datasets.

Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory)

• PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional)

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.