Lead Resource Planner (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Torrington (CT); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Connecticut is seeking a senior professional to govern integrated planning and scheduling for Substation, Transmission and Distribution projects. You will lead the Master Schedule, drive forecasting accuracy, and supervise planning staff to optimize resource utilization and alignment with organizational goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in planning/scheduling, with strong Primavera and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Requires expert level project and schedule management skills, including knowledge of scheduling tool, (Primavera strongly preferred).
• Construction Principles and Practices, Operations, Maintenance, Safety Standards and Business Processes.
• Working knowledge of labor contracts.
• Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates and maintains an integrated construction schedule for a designated group, including reports (scorecards) to measure organizational performance.
• Oversees the work planning/scheduling process, including preparation and prioritization of work plans and schedules, resource and materials requirements and forecasts, and coordination with other processes for optimal resource utilization.
• Establishes and manages the global templates for use in creating schedules and forecasts of future resource requirements.
• Leads the standardization and integration of all schedules used in the Integrated Planning & Scheduling function.
• Ensures the integrity and accuracy of data through bi-weekly project update meetings.
• Identifies, develops and implements work process and best practices for Integrated Planning & Scheduling.
• Provides direct supervision and coaching to the Planning and Scheduling Group. Fosters an environment of teamwork, creativity and problem solving.
• Manages performance by reviewing and evaluating work of employees. Builds consensus and communicates performance measures and expected performance levels.

Skills

Project scheduling

Schedule management

Primavera

Labor contracts knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Role and Scope of Position:

Responsible for integrating all Substation, Transmission and Distribution Lines, and Engineering work. Oversees, integrates and maintains the centralized Master Schedule for a designated group. Responsible for the overall data integrity and adherence to scheduling standards. Responsible for project control management, roll-up of all construction schedules and integration into the Centralized Master Schedule. Performs integrated analytical assessment of internal and external resources needed to drive project completion. Develops, maintains and issues organizational reports (scorecards) that promote integrated decisions around project completion. Responsible for improving the forecasting of resources and expenditures, and optimizing resource utilization for Substation, Transmission, and Distribution projects. The position will also take a lead role in the organization to drive planning and scheduling of internal and external resources for construction activities. Directly supervises Integrated Planning and Scheduling staff.

Essential Functions:

• Develops, coordinates and maintains an integrated construction schedule for a designated group, including reports (scorecards) to measure organizational performance.
• Oversees the work planning/scheduling process, including preparation and prioritization of work plans and schedules, resource and materials requirements and forecasts, and coordination with other processes for optimal resource utilization.
• Establishes and manages the global templates for use in creating schedules and forecasts of future resource requirements. This includes tracking historical costs and durations for continuous improvement of work plan estimates.
• Leads the standardization and integration of all schedules used in the Integrated Planning & Scheduling function.
• Ensures the integrity and accuracy of data through bi-weekly project update meetings.
• Identifies, develops and implements work process and best practices for Integrated Planning & Scheduling.
• Provides direct supervision and coaching to the Planning and Scheduling Group. Fosters an environment of teamwork, creativity and problem solving.
• Manages performance by reviewing and evaluating work of employees. Builds consensus and communicates performance measures and expected performance levels. Assesses and improves team and employee performance through coaching and on-the-job training.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires expert level project and schedule management skills, including knowledge of scheduling tool, (Primavera strongly preferred)
• Requires knowledge of Construction Principles and Practices, Operations, Maintenance, Safety Standards and Business Processes
• Requires working knowledge of labor contracts
• Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel)

Education:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, related discipline, or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of related experience in planning, scheduling or related field

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Attends to problems in off-hours and for extended periods of time.

Mental Aspects:

• Work includes analyzing, consulting, designing, implementing, presenting, leading and coordinating.
• This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$135,230.00-$150,250.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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