Capex Project Planner — Pharma, 20M+ EPCM

Coopers Group

Oberwallis

On-site

CHF 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Coopers Group in Switzerland seeks an experienced Senior Scheduler to lead planning and scheduling for large capital projects in the pharma/biotech sector. You will update schedules, monitor progress against baselines, and collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of EPCM scheduling experience, with strong Primavera P6 and MS Project skills. Fluency in English is essential; German is a plus.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field (engineering/science/construction management/project management).
5+ years of project planning and scheduling experience for large capital projects in pharma/biotech/chemical/engineering sectors.
Experience planning projects valued at CHF 20 million or greater from design through start-up.
EPCM environment experience.
Experience developing and managing integrated schedules in complex multi-discipline projects.
Experience within Pharma.
Advanced Primavera P6 proficiency.
Strong MS Project knowledge.
Advanced Excel; proficient PowerPoint/Word.
Knowledge of progress measurement methodologies.
Understanding of project controls incl. planning, forecasting, reporting, change management.
Fluent English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

Update Schedule Level 4 based on progress status.
Support resource planning and resource-loaded schedules where required.
Monitor project progress against baselines and identify variances.
Maintain records of scope changes, trends, delays, and variances.
Prepare and distribute schedule progress reports, dashboards, and metrics.
Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning for weekly progress tracking.