Project Controls Planner – Construction Scheduling

cw; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Controls Planner for Project & Development Services in the United States. The role focuses on developing and managing integrated project plans and schedules to achieve project goals, while coordinating with project controls and management teams.

The candidate will use Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, with 4+ years of planning experience in construction. Strong communication skills are essential to advise stakeholders and ensure timely, accurate schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 4+ years of experience as a planner/scheduler.
• Expertise using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Construction industry experience required; life sciences experience preferred.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans and schedules for efficient execution.
• Interface with project stakeholders as a trusted advisor with guidance.
• Prepare baseline schedules and schedule basis documents for approval.
• Assess impacts to critical path and near-critical activities.
• Monitor schedule deviations and propose corrective actions.
• Provide schedule progress reports, trends, and analyses periodically.
• Maintain records of scope changes, trends, and variances.
• Ensure credibility of schedule information.
• Review schedules with project team to keep data accurate.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Scheduling

Communication

Construction management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Controls Planner for Project & Development Services in the United States. The role focuses on developing and managing integrated project plans and schedules to achieve project goals, while coordinating with project controls and management teams.

The candidate will use Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, with 4+ years of planning experience in construction. Strong communication skills are essential to advise stakeholders and ensure timely, accurate schedules.