Front-End Project Planner

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey.
 

As a Front-End Project Planner, you will play a key role in supporting APM Terminals' growth strategy by developing and assuring integrated project schedules for major investment opportunities, including new terminal developments, mergers and acquisitions, and facility expansions. Working closely with multidisciplinary stakeholders, you will help establish robust project plans that enable informed investment decisions and support successful project execution.
 

• Develop and maintain integrated master project schedules for bids and early-stage project execution in accordance with APM Terminals standards.
• Coordinate schedule inputs from internal teams, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to produce comprehensive project plans.
• Analyse project schedules to identify critical paths, risks, delays, dependencies, and opportunities, recommending mitigation and optimisation strategies.
• Facilitate project scheduling workshops and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure schedule accuracy and alignment.
• Support project governance by maintaining schedule assumptions, documenting changes, and performing time impact assessments.
• Prepare project reporting materials, monitor procurement schedules, and support effective schedule handover to execution teams.
• Promote best practices in planning, scheduling, reporting, and project controls while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.