Planner

Bechtel; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bechtel Total Rewards

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a seasoned project scheduler in Australia to support development, proposals and contract negotiations through planning and scheduling activities. You will develop and maintain schedules, establish work logic, monitor progress, identify risks and support recovery planning.

This role requires coordinating with project teams, reviewing contractor schedules, and contributing to successful delivery of major infrastructure objectives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of planning and scheduling principles and tools for major infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 including schedule development and reporting.
• Experience reviewing contractor schedules and mitigating schedule risks.

Responsibilities

• Prepares schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations.
• Maintains the schedule for a specific discipline and ensures proper logic.
• Develops WBS, duration estimates, and cost-related schedules.
• Monitors schedule progress and identifies critical activities.
• Produces critical path reports and performance metrics.
• Identifies risks and coordinates mitigation actions.
• Reviews subcontractor schedules and validates alignments.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Primavera P6

Critical path analysis

Progress measurement

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Infrastructure project experience

Education

Bachelor's degree (international equivalent)

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Project Overview:

Great infrastructure transforms communities. Our customers’ projects have a higher purpose – theirroads,rail,communications,airportsandenergyprojects are a gateway to a modern prosperous world. A world that caters for growing populations and keeps up with rapid technological change; a world that is resilient to economic and geophysical setbacks; a world powered by cleaner energy and systems that accelerate the path to global decarbonization; a world connected by smart and affordable transport networks to empower disenfranchised communities and unlock access to opportunities.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will support project development, proposals or contract negotiations through planning and scheduling activities. You will develop and maintain schedules, establish work logic, monitor progress, identify risks and constraints, and support recovery planning. Working closely with project teams, you will review contractor schedules, analyse schedule performance, and contribute to the successful delivery of project objectives.

"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations
• Establishes and maintains the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty
• Performs schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties, and developing the required job expenditure
• Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties
• Develops critical path schedule reports and schedule performance metrics
• Determines critical-path activities for assigned discipline or specialty work activities supporting interdisciplinary requirements
• Identifies and reports activities that have a critical or potential impact on the schedule
• Monitors and validates subcontractor schedules
• Evaluates subcontractor schedules for required workarounds or potential schedule improvements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of planning and scheduling principles, methodologies, and tools for major infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, including schedule development, critical path analysis, progress measurement, and reporting.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary engineering and design interfaces and project delivery processes.
• Experience reviewing contractor schedules, analysing schedule performance, and identifying schedule risks and mitigation actions.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant experience in project planning and scheduling within infrastructure, transport, rail, or construction environments.

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to