Description

Joinery Planning & Technical Officer

Role Summary

A planning and technical executive in joinery and fit-out is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project planning, execution, and technical aspects related to interior fit-out and joinery projects. This role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They manage project schedules, coordinate with various teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Project Planning and Scheduling:

Developing and managing detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation for joinery and fit-out projects. 

• Technical Expertise:

Providing technical guidance and expertise on joinery and fit-out materials, techniques, and processes. 

• Coordination and Communication:

Coordinating with internal teams (design, production, procurement), contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. 

• Quality Assurance:

Ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and best practices for fit-out and joinery work. 

• Cost Management:

Monitoring project costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and adhering to budget constraints. 

• Resource Management:

Forecasting material and manpower requirements and ensuring efficient resource allocation. 

• Risk Management:

Identifying potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies. 

• Documentation:

Maintaining detailed documentation for production plans, material usage, and other relevant project information. 

• Stay Updated:

Keeping up to date with the latest trends and technologies in the fit-out and joinery industry. 

• Projects Supervision:

Supervising all the on-going projects which may involve site activities, production update and ensuring work is completed to the required quality standards at the site.

• Projects Reporting:

Being responsible for projects reporting:

1. Track projects progress

• Timelines (planned vs. actual)


• Completed tasks vs. pending tasks


• Risks and issues

2. Gather information from the project team

• Updates from developers, designers, or stakeholders


• Status of deliverables


• Resource needs

3. Prepare clear, accurate reports

This includes:

• Weekly reports


• Monthly reports

4. Communicate the status to management

• Present findings in meetings


• Highlight risks early


• Recommend actions

5. Maintain documentation

• Track changes


• Document decisions


• Store reports for future reference