Lead Project Planner

Babcock Power; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy solutions seeks a Lead Project Planner/Scheduler to drive the future of clean energy. This pivotal role involves developing and maintaining integrated project schedules, ensuring effective management and collaboration with teams and vendors. The ideal candidate will leverage over a decade of experience in project planning, with expertise in tools like Oracle’s Primavera P6. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainable solutions and make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project planning for large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated CPM schedules for projects.
• Coordinate vendor and subcontractor planning and expedite materials.

Skills

Project Planning

Schedule Analysis

Risk Identification

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Oracle’s Primavera P6

Costpoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Babcock Poweris an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

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At Babcock Power, we are a driving force in power, committed to shaping the future of energy solutions. Driven by our core values ofTeamwork, Integrity, and Performance,we enable our team to develop and deliver sustainable solutions for our customers. Join us in driving the science, technology and expertise that will serve the growing global demand for safe, reliable, clean energy.

The Lead Project Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining integrated CPM schedules, covering engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. This role ensures effective schedule management, objective reporting, and collaboration with project teams, and vendors. The position also involves schedule analysis and risk identification.

• Develop, integrate, update, and monitor engineering, materials, equipment fabrication, and construction project schedules.
• Create and maintain baseline schedules, perform Critical Path analysis, report variances and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) monthly.
• Coordinate vendor and subcontractor planning and expediting.
• Track and expedite materials, components, systems, and drawings per purchase agreements.
• Process engineering requisitions and manage Drawing and Data Transmittal Schedules (DDTS).
• Ensure appropriate lead times in collaboration with Supply Management.
• Address schedule-related challenges with engineering, procurement, and vendors.
• Process purchase order receipts and approve vendor invoices.
• Track scope changes through our Deviation Management System (DMS) and integrate them into project schedules.
• Identify, assess, and communicate schedule risks.
• Prepare, present reports and options on Project’s critical paths.
• Lead project team meetings to present upcoming work and resolve scheduling issues.
• Provide variance analysis and early warnings on critical or near-critical activities.
• Ensure timely project closeout and compliance with contractual requirements.

Job Requirements / Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning/scheduling for medium to large-scale projects.
• Industry experience in Power Generation, Energy, Utilities, or Petroleum preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle’s Primavera P6, Costpoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform “what-if” schedule scenarios and analyze engineering changes with minimal disruption.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• PMP/PMI certification preferred.