• Working Across an Iconic Big Build Project
• Industry Leading Benefits
• Career Progression Opportunities

About Laing O’Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the opportunity

The Victorian Government is upgrading the Eastern Freeway with new express lanes, new traffic management technology and Melbourne’s first dedicated busway. These changes will slash travel times and improve public transport in Melbourne’s east.

Laing O’Rourke is part of the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance with Major Road Projects Victoria, Symal, Arcadis and WSP. Our scope of work includes a new interchange connecting the Eastern Freeway to the North East Link tunnels, major road and bridge upgrades between Burke Road and Tram Road, smart traffic management technology upgrades and new noise protection to meet Victoria’s toughest traffic noise standards. The local community will also benefit from new and upgraded walking and cycling connections, upgrades to Koonung Creek Reserve and revitalised wetlands and open spaces.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Planner to join us on the Eastern Freeway – Burke to Tram Alliance.

This is your opportunity to provide and implement support to the planning & project controls process and best practice
on the project. 

Key responsibilities

• ​Compliance with Process & Best Practice
• Maintenance of programme and other time related material
• Contribution to the production of robust Project Controls and accurate reporting and forecasting
• Contribute to short-term and long-term planning activities
• Support of planning activates prior and during scheduled occupations
• Execute time related issues in the Contract
• Assist in the development of programmes throughout all project stages
• Integrate 3D CAD models & programmes
• Maintain programme and other time related material that ensure that the sequence and timing of all operations considered / optimised for the successful project completion within the required time constraints
• Understand, communicate the sequence of activities that are critical for the delivery of
  the project; and the consequences of not completing other planned activities
• Implementation of robust Project Controls and accurate reporting and forecasting

About you

• Solid experience in Project Planning & Scheduling on large-scale construction projects.
• Existing knowledge of construction techniques, methodologies, and processes
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management skills
• Tertiary or Trade Qualifications in Construction, Engineering, Science, Quantity Surveying and/or Project/Construction Management

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.