Area Planning Manager

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.This position will be based in Cameron, LA.General Description:The Area Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the contractor Planning & Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) processes and functions for our Major Capital Projects. This new position will be based in the Cameron, LA area, and report to the Senior Director, Planning & Scheduling. This position will collaborate with Venture Global project management and contractor personnel to provide leadership and oversight of planning professionals assigned to the project. The primary focus of this position will be the safe and efficient work planning of civil and structural activities, pipe installation and testing, electrical and instrumentation installation, materials management, and commissioning & start-up activities in support of the overall project schedule. In addition, this position will ensure contractor employs robust planning & advanced work packaging processes and procedures in accordance with the goals and expectations of the Project. The role will also require effective communication to Project and Executive Management for timely decision-making and incorporation of stakeholder input. The role will be based at our project site, with potential for travel to other project locations and contractor offices.Responsibilities:Work with Project Team supporting the tracking and execution of EWPs and PWPsProvide oversight of the contractor’s WFPs (Workface Planners) and support development of Field Installation Work Packages (FIWP).Support and track execution of FIWPsMonitor FIWP’s with material management allowing time for material allocationEnsure FIWP’s are issued with enough time allocated for final installation planningIdentify FIWP constraints and work with Project Team to remove any constraints that would prevent efficient execution of FIWPsCoordinate with all departments on the project to ensure planning process is fully integrated within projectQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Engineering preferred10+ years of relevant construction planning and field execution experience in major Oil & Gas engineering and construction projectsCommitment to safetyProficient in NavisWorks or other 3D modeling and work packaging software, such as iConstructStrong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Visio skillsExperience with Power BI, SQL or similar relational database management systems preferredExcellent interpersonal and communications skills, with strong critical thinking and attention to detailLeadership experience requiredStrong work ethic with ability to effectively prioritize, meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities and business needs, and succeed in a fast-paced environmentExcellent attention to detail and the ability to efficiently summarize and prioritize informationP6 Planning experience is a plusVenture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.#LI-Onsite#LI-Onsite