Senior Planner (Scheduler) - Mission Critical

Suffolk Construction; Turkey; On-site; TRY 3,690,036 - 4,612,546; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) plan with employer match

Comprehensive medical and mental health benefits

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking a Senior Planner in Turkey to oversee scheduling for large-scale projects. This role requires expertise in creating and maintaining project schedules, with a focus on efficiency and compliance with company standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least 6 years of scheduling experience. Benefits include competitive salary, various insurance plans, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or applicable discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of scheduling experience on large projects.
• Expert in CPM scheduling, with ability to analyze schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced scheduling support to multiple projects.
• Manage project schedules over 5000 activities.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project baseline schedules.

Skills

CPM scheduling expertise

Primavera P6 proficiency

Scheduling for large projects

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, focusing on data center and mission‑critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States.

As a Senior Planner, you will support large projects by creating baseline and progress schedules for various stages of the project, provide technical and practical input on all project schedules, and prepare and analyze updates.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced level scheduling support to assigned projects
• Manage the schedules for more than one project
• Establish, monitor, and maintain project schedules, generally over 5000 activities per project
• Participate in updating the master schedule and enterprise reporting
• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents in developing and maintaining a project baseline schedule including resource planning and cash flow
• Gather schedule information, update, analyze, and prepare reports of the project’s progress
• Prepare concise schedule narratives describing the status of assigned projects
• Prepare Time Impact Analysis as necessary to support the schedule aspect of contract revisions
• Ensure compliance with company scheduling procedures for preparing and maintaining baseline schedules
• Maintain quality assurance and control on assigned project schedules
• Train Project Managers and Superintendents on company scheduling procedures and proper scheduling techniques
• Prepare lessons learned on completed projects
• Provide formal CPM schedule training to company employees
• Have a basic understanding of Lean Pull Planning concepts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or an applicable discipline
• Minimum of 6 years of scheduling experience on large‑scale ($75M+) construction projects
• Experience in preparing schedules for building projects and high‑rise structures is preferred
• Proven experience in developing, maintaining, forecasting, and controlling scheduling costs
• Expert in CPM scheduling with the ability to review and analyze schedules and changes to determine the impact on a project
• Must have experience with Primavera P6 Project Management Enterprise Scheduling Software, including cost loading and resource loading capabilities. Experience in running the most current version of P6 software is preferred
• Must possess full proficiency in CPM scheduling techniques and principles, including the demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects concurrently
• Must possess excellent computer skills with working knowledge of importing and exporting information into Primavera P6 Scheduling Software using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project Software
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information in a concise manner and to make recommendations on strategies to resolve project issues is required
• Must have or be willing to obtain AACEI PSP Certification within 6 months of hire (Suffolk will pay for certification)
• Strong oral and written communications skills and the ability to apply appropriate communication techniques to various individuals
• Positive customer service orientation, with both internal and external clients is required
• Strong interpersonal skills are required, demonstrating a consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups and individuals
• Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
• Access to market‑leading medical, emotional, and mental health benefits
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Tax‑deferred savings accounts
• 10 backup daycare days each year
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Commuter benefits and more

Additional benefits may be available for employees considered Travelers within our Mission Critical Group, including relocation support, monthly housing stipends, and monthly travel allowances.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total compensation package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications, including budgetary objectives. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.