Progesys is looking for a
Lead Project Planner to work in a mining project in Vancouver.
As a Lead Project Planner, you will play a key leadership role in the successful execution of large-scale mining project. This position goes beyond schedule management, it requires providing strategic planning oversight, supporting project decision-making, and ensuring alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities throughout the full project lifecycle.
Responsibilities- Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated Project Master Schedules (Levels 1-4) for major capital projects
- Coordinate planning activities across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning teams to ensure schedule alignment and project visibility
- Analyze critical paths, identify scheduling risks and bottlenecks, and propose mitigation and recovery plans
- Monitor project progress, productivity, and performance against established baselines and milestones
- Generate and present schedule reports, KPIs, S-curves, progress analyses, and executive-level planning updates
- Facilitate schedule review meetings with project teams, contractors, clients, and stakeholders
- Support project forecasting, change management, and schedule impact analysis related to scope changes and delays
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior planners and planning teams while promoting planning best practices and standards
- Participate in risk workshops and support Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) activities to improve schedule reliability and project execution confidence
- Collaborate closely with Project Controls, Cost Control, Construction, and Operations teams to support successful project delivery
Qualifications- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning for large-scale industrial, mining, or infrastructure projects
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- Strong expertise with Primavera P6 is mandatory; experience with SAP or integrated project control systems is considered an asset
- Solid understanding of all project phases, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, greenfield developments, brownfield expansions, and shutdown/turnaround projects
- Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary project schedules in EPCM or owner-side environments
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence project teams and stakeholder
- PMP, AACE, or related project controls/planning certifications are considered strong assets
Our BenefitsIn addition to offering a stimulating and dynamic work environment, we provide:
🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment
Competitive salary
Health and dental benefits from day one
Referral bonus
A company that encourages professional development
International mobility
🚧 Large-scale projects
The opportunity to work closely with a team of curious and open-minded individuals
🏋 On-site gym (Laval office)
Thank you for your interest. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
