Planner Estimator II

Title : Planner Estimator II

Company : Tampa Electric Company

State and City : Florida - Apollo Beach

Shift : 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT :

The Planner Estimator II will be operating at the Big Bend power station and is responsible in a line capacity to the Manager, Construction / Manager Planning & Contractor Services.

Responsible for coordinating, planning and scheduling all capital project, outage and maintenance related activities from initiation to completion in a cost-effective manner in accordance with the procedure for Planning Contracted Work ES-CM-100.

Collaborates with TEC Construction Supervisors in the development of work estimates and review contractor work proposals.

Utilize cost control methods and work within the parameters of station budgetary allotments to accomplish required work.

Responsible for prompt and effective communication and coordination of significant work activities with all affected groups to anticipate and minimize schedule and cost conflicts and delays, KPI tracking and compliance monitoring.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Within the limits of authorized company objectives, policies, procedures, plans and budgets, the Planner Estimator II has responsibilities and duties including, but not limited to the following :

Scope, plan, and estimate contractor work in accordance with the procedure for Planning Contracted Work ES-CM-100. Ensure work packages are complete.

This includes all HEC procedures, confined space and burn permits, job aides, maintenance procedures, PM attachments, safe work practices, and environmental policies, procedures, and permit limitations.

Estimate contractor work with some assistance from Supervisors.

• Monitoring P6 schedules related to outage, maintenance and projects.
• Ensure common understanding of the projects among all stakeholders, especially the responsible Contract Supervisors. Maintain all contractor project schedules (daily, weekly, outage work, etc.

and communicate any changes to the daily or weekly plan.

• Effectively monitor and reduce overtime usage and proactively explore ways to increase productivity. Upon job completion, ensure work orders are properly routed or filed, and any follow-up (parts repair / replacement, procedure updates / changes, etc.) is accomplished.
• Provide leadership in implementing company and departmental goals with team members. Provide guidance to the Planning Associate position concerning planning and scheduling contractor work.
• Review and approve invoices as authorized for planned work. Route invoices for further authorization approvals as required
• Perform any and other duties or special assignments as assigned by E & PM Manager, Construction.

EDUCATION :

Required : High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred : College Degree in Business, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or related degree from an accredited institution is preferred and may be considered in lieu of equivalent years of the overall experience requirements.

EXPERIENCE :

Required : Minimum of 2 years as a Planner Estimator I; or minimum of six (6) years of work experience related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position is required.

Related experience must consist of progressively more complex assignments in scheduling, planning, and / or tracking maintenance work and equipment in a power plant or heavy industrial facility.

Preferred : Experience in planning and creating work packages

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

Required : Proficient knowledge of work management systems related to planning, scheduling, and tracking maintenance work and equipment in a power plant or heavy industrial facility.

Demonstrated clear understanding of maintenance and outage management best practices and procedures with the ability to develop and maintain KPI metrics and POW schedules.

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to effectively develop and maintain spreadsheets, pivot tables, macros, power point presentations, and other related programs and documents;

Strong communication skills with the ability to gather information from numerous sources, compile and correlate information, and communicate using written, verbal, and various reporting methods.

Preferred : Proficient using scheduling software i.e. Primavera, Microsoft Project with a thorough understanding of CPM scheduling methods and theory.

COMPETENCIES :

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Develop People and Teams
• Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Overtime work will be required. Must have ability to obtain a passport and travel by air.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIREMENTS :

Must be able to perform inspections in power plant locations. This requires the ability to climb stairs, and ladders, enter confined spaces, and work at heights.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w / company matching

• Pension plan
• Paid time off* Paid Holiday time
• Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• On-site Fitness Centers
• Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS ....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response / recovery activities related to emergencies / disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers.

Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship.

The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.