Unified Planning Coach

Scalian; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international solutions provider is seeking a Project Manager to oversee planning, coordination, and implementation of projects using Planisware. The ideal candidate will coach teams, customise software solutions, and ensure best practices in project management. Candidates should have a relevant degree and proven experience with Planisware. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role, which offers the opportunity to influence project outcomes effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in using Planisware for project management.
• Experience in coaching teams in Planisware utilization.
• Knowledge of project management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and guidance on Planisware usage.
• Assist in customising Planisware for organisational needs.
• Monitor ongoing projects and provide performance evaluations.

Skills

Planisware usage

Project management methodologies

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and Training: Provide guidance, coaching, and training to teams or individuals in effectively utilising Planisware for unified planning, project management, and resource allocation.
• Customisation: Assist in configuring Planisware to meet the specific planning and reporting needs of the organisation, tailoring the software to align with project management processes.
• Best Practices: Promote best practices in project and portfolio management by utilising Planisware, including but not limited to project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and financial tracking.
• Project Oversight: Monitor and review ongoing projects within Planisware, offering advice on project tracking, progress, and performance to ensure they are on target and aligned with organisational objectives.
• Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration and communication between different teams and stakeholders within the organisation, ensuring unified planning and efficient resource allocation.
• Problem-Solving: Assist in problem-solving and troubleshooting issues related to Planisware usage, data integrity, and reporting, providing solutions and recommendations.
• Documentation: Maintain documentation related to Planisware configurations, processes, and guidelines for reference and training purposes.
• Data Analysis: Analyse data and reports generated from Planisware to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date with new features and updates in Planisware and continually seek ways to enhance and optimise unified planning processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Project Management, Information Technology, or Business Administration.
• Proven expertise in using Planisware for project and portfolio management.
• Experience in coaching or training teams in the effective use of Planisware.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, best practices, and industry standards.

Key Competencies

• Primavera P6 & MS Project knowledge
• Integrated Planning
• Project Management
• Training and Coaching
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration
• Documentation
• Continuous Improvement

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Company Description

A leading international provider of solutions and expertise, specialising in the fields of digital systems and business performance. The SCALIAN Group provides support to major industrial and service‑sector companies to help them define and implement their projects in two fields:

Digital Systems: Embedded and critical systems, IoT, information systems, and digital solutions for businesses. Operations Performance: Management of projects, quality, and industrial performance. We are present in seven countries (France, Spain, Belgium, the UK, Germany, the USA and Canada).