Mechanical/Piping Planner

CAM Industrial Solutions, a leader in industrial services and one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in Canada and the United States, is seeking a high-impact Mechanical/Piping Planner to join our dynamic team.
At CAM, we believe 'good' is never good enough.
We aim for excellence in everything we do, and we're looking for individuals who share that same drive, take pride in their work, and thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our forward-thinking organization.

The Mechanical/Piping Planner is responsible for the detailed planning, scheduling, and coordination of mechanical and piping projects.
This role ensures the efficient allocation of labor, materials, and equipment while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and cost-control requirements.
The Planner will utilize SAP Project System (PS), SAP S/4HANA, and other relevant tools to monitor progress, track materials, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless project execution.

This position requires a highly organized professional with strong problem-solving skills, experience in project scheduling, and the ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed schedules for mechanical and piping projects using SAP Project System (PS), SAP S/4HANA, or other project management tools.
• Determine and coordinate the labor, material, and equipment requirements for project execution.
• Identify and track critical milestones and deadlines to ensure on-time project completion.
• Monitor project progress and regularly update schedules to reflect actual progress and upcoming tasks.
• Utilize SAP for material requisition, tracking, and procurement to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Create and manage work orders in SAP, ensuring all tasks are properly documented, assigned, and tracked.
• Track and manage project costs, using SAP's cost-control features to ensure budget adherence.
• Oversee material issuance and receipt, ensuring accurate record-keeping in SAP.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm timely material deliveries and services.
• Prepare status reports and updates on project progress, material needs, and potential risks.
• Identify and address potential delays or issues, ensuring proactive resolution of material, resource, or technical challenges.
• Use SAP data to quickly resolve discrepancies that could impact project timelines or costs.
• Ensure that mechanical and piping work complies with safety standards, industry codes, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of project schedules, changes, and records in SAP.
• Drive quality assurance in mechanical and piping activities, ensuring adherence to project requirements.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve planning processes, leveraging SAP capabilities to enhance efficiency.
• Document lessons learned and provide recommendations for improving future project planning.
• Provide training and support to team members on SAP functionalities related to planning, scheduling, and procurement.
• Troubleshoot SAP-related issues and collaborate with SAP support teams when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical and piping planning, preferably in an industrial or construction environment.
• Proficiency in SAP Project System (PS), SAP S/4HANA, or similar project management tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and piping systems, including material selection, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Experience in creating and managing work orders, material requisitions, and procurement tracking.
• Ability to analyze project schedules, identify critical paths, and address potential delays proactively.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly resolve discrepancies impacting timelines and costs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working alongside engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards, codes, and regulations related to mechanical and piping projects.
• Experience in training team members on SAP usage and troubleshooting system-related issues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy in documentation, and commitment to continuous improvement.

CAM Industrial Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community.
It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class .