Field Planner

Bechtel Corporation; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a seasoned Scheduler to work with the project team on preparing schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations. You will apply unit hour and pricing data, perform schedule integrations, identify restraints and impacts, and develop recovery plans to keep projects on time.

The role is based at one of our Gulf Coast project locations. You will collaborate with field engineering and construction professionals, review progress, and coordinate planning activities across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) with 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in planning and scheduling including schedule development, control, and analysis.
• Ability to work with multiple disciplines and coordinate planning activities.
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Establishes, maintains and monitors the schedule for a specific discipline area, identifying critical path activities and reporting issues to project management.
• Performs schedule development, including establishing the WBS and determining activity duration.
• Evaluates subcontractor schedules for potential improvements.
• Supports field engineering and construction professionals across disciplines daily.
• Engages in field construction execution activities, reviews progress, conducts site walkdowns, safety reviews and coordinates planning.

Skills

Scheduling

WBS development

Discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA, Brownsville, TX, Lake Charles, LA, Port Arthur, TX

Job Summary

In this role, you will work with the project team to prepare schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations. You will apply established unit job hour and pricing data, perform schedule integrations, prepare work logic, identify restraints and potential impacts, develop recovery plans, and evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. This position will be based at one of our Gulf Coast Project Locations.

Major Responsibilities

• Establishes, maintains and monitors the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty, identifying critical path activities and reporting issues and concerns to project management team.
• Performs schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties.
• Evaluates subcontractor, subject and ad hoc project schedules for potential schedule improvements.
• Supports and engages with field engineering, construction discipline and other project professionals across various disciplines on a daily basis.
• Actively engages in field construction execution activities, reviews construction progress, performs site walkdowns, safety reviews and coordinates planning activities.

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

• Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, which include schedule development, control, and analysis, in the field.
• Experience in working with multiple disciplines, coordinating planning activities and managing direct tasks.
• Advanced level of knowledge in using multiple discipline-specific software applications currently used by Bechtel (e.g. Primavera, and the Microsoft Office Suite).
• Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.

Total Rewards/Benefits

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.

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