Construction Planner & Scheduler

Ramboll; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll is seeking a motivated Construction Planner and Scheduler to support industrial engineering, EPC, and EPCM projects as part of the Project Resources Team. The role may be hybrid with occasional travel and involves developing and maintaining schedules to enable efficient design and construction execution.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, experience with scheduling software, and a desire to grow within construction planning and project controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree as described; significant construction/engineering experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Industry-standard scheduling knowledge and experience with EPC/industrial projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings and develop/maintain schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules and planning tools across a project portfolio.
• Support cross-functional planning with project managers, engineers, procurement, and subcontractors.
• Facilitate scheduling meetings and translate means/methods into realistic schedule logic.
• Monitor progress, assess changes, and update timelines and budgets.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling

Construction sequencing

Reading drawings

Data management

Scheduling coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Construction Management

Associate degree +7+ years experience

5+ years direct construction/industrial experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheets

Primavera P6

Job description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is seeking motivated and inquisitive candidates to join our growing Advanced Manufacturing Team for a construction planner and scheduler role. This is a planning-focused role requiring strong understanding of construction execution, sequencing, and field operations.

Develop your excellence in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Job Description

Joining Ramboll

As our new Construction Planner and Scheduler, you will support industrial engineering, EPC, and EPCM projects as part of our Project Resources Team. This position may be considered as a hybrid role with occasional project travel, supporting the project managers, engineers, construction managers, and other project team members.

Your work will focus on developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules and tools that support the effective execution of design and construction activities across our project portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple assignments, and a desire to grow within the scheduling, industrial engineering, and construction fields.

Qualifications

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred, plus 5+ years of relevant experience; or
• Associate degree in a related field plus 7+ years of relevant experience.
• In lieu of a degree, candidates with direct experience of 5+ years in construction management, engineering, working on construction sites or industrial project environments will be considered.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, or other standard scheduling software is preferred.
• Experience using advanced scheduling software such as Primavera P6 is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and field operations.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to create, update, and review detailed project schedules using industry-standard tools.
• Experience planning project execution and sequencing of work. Adherence to project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

Project Management

• Ability to facilitate cross functional planning and scheduling meetings, gather information from various project personnel, and incorporate into schedules.
• Provide scheduling support on EPC/large construction projects where multiple schedulers are required or lead the scheduling effort on smaller projects where one scheduler is needed.
• Translate construction means & methods into realistic schedule logic.
• Execute, monitor, and control project scheduling processes and procedures.
• Support the development of planning and sequencing documents with limited design details for incorporation into project schedules.
• Regularly update project schedules to reflect progress and changes; assess impact of changes on timelines and budgets.
• Perform critical path and scenario analysis.
• Identify scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Generate regular status reports and provide updates to project teams and stakeholders.
• Align with change management processes for schedule updates and modifications.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date scheduling documentation, including baseline schedules, progress updates, and reports.
• Ensure all scheduling data is properly organized and accessible for review purposes.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and planning documents supporting the construction of the projects.
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, procurement staff, estimators, construction personnel, and subcontractors to gather schedule status and update requirements.
• Participate in coordination meetings and provide schedule-related insights.
• Maintain positive working relationships with internal team members and external partners.
• Assist with maintaining multiple project schedules across various stages and scopes.
• Support the development of scheduling tools, templates, and processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Professional Attributes

• Self-motivated, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team and independently when needed.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative.

Certifications

• Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) by Project Management Institute (PMI), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) by AACE International or similar scheduling certifications is a plus.

Additional Information

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us [e-mail] with such requests.

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation wereasonablyexpect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.