Lead Project & Planning Specialist

roject Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and schedules. Ensure that all project phases are properly planned, resourced, and aligned with business objectives. Create and update detailed project schedules, identifying key milestones and deliverables. Team Leadership and Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and contractors, ensuring clear communication and collaboration. Act as a primary point of contact for internal teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project objectives and timelines. Facilitate regular meetings to monitor progress, address issues, and ensure project goals are met. Resource Management: Allocate resources efficiently, ensuring the right personnel, equipment, and materials are available when needed. Forecast future resource requirements and collaborate with department heads to ensure availability. Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to prevent or minimize their impact. Conduct regular risk assessments and adjust plans accordingly to maintain project timelines and budgets. Cost Control and Budgeting: Manage project budgets, tracking expenses against forecasts and identifying areas of cost savings. Prepare detailed cost estimates and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle. Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring adherence to schedules, scope, and quality standards. Generate regular progress reports for upper management and stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and potential issues. Project Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, schedules, and change orders. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Continuous Improvement: Analyze project performance to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices in planning and project execution. Lead post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and apply insights to future projects.