Senior Planner

Bechtel; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Nine paid holidays

160 hours paid time off annually

Discretionary bonuses

401K with matching and profit-sharing

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Planner in Reston, VA to lead schedule development for North American projects from proposal through execution. You will develop, maintain, and monitor schedules, apply unit hour data, and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 8–14 years of relevant experience; proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Office; and strong communication skills to work with management and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8–14 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to management and clients.
• Ability to lead scheduling efforts and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Experience on large-scale power/energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepares schedule data for proposals or negotiations.
• Maintains schedule for a specific discipline area.
• Performs schedule development including WBS and activity durations.
• Monitors schedule performance and updates.
• Develops critical path reports and metrics.
• Identifies critical activities affecting schedules.
• Monitors subcontractor schedules.
• Evaluates subcontractor schedules for improvements.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Project coordination

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

EPC knowledge

Schedule development

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Requisition ID: 299955

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type:Full-Time Telework
• Work Location: Reston, VA
• Salary Range: XXX - XXX annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
• NYC, NY Positions: A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.
• San Jose, CA & San Francisco, CA Positions: A 15% salaryuplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in San Jose, CA, and San Francisco, CA, which is subject to change depending on marketconditions.

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

Project Overview:

The Senior Planner is responsible for leading and supporting the development of North American based projects which can include the proposal phase to supporting existing projects in execution. Identifies, analyzes, and provides innovative solutions to planning/scheduling challenges. Develops, interprets, and executes procedures, objectives, and standards applicable to schedule control and analysis activities. Reviews contract drafts for adequacy of cost and scope definition and Project Controls requirements. Coordinates development of data in support of negotiations.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will work with the project team to prepare schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations. The Senior Planner is responsible for schedule development, maintenance, and monitoring activities. 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. #LI-ML1

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations
• Establishes and maintains the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty
• Performs schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties, and developing the required job expenditure
• Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties
• Develops critical path schedule reports and schedule performance metrics
• Determines critical-path activities for assigned discipline or specialty work activities supporting interdisciplinary requirements
• Identifies and reports activities that have a critical or potential impact on the schedule
• Monitors and validates subcontractor schedules
• Evaluates subcontractor schedules for required workarounds or potential schedule improvements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, construction management, business or related field and minimum 8-10years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Skilled in oral and written communication with demonstrated skill to present information to management and clients
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office 365 software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to take initiative in project related tasks and coordination with various stakeholders
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to ensure effective project delivery
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team atmosphere
• Technical and practical comprehension of engineering, procurement, and construction functions and general business techniques
• Demonstrated understanding of project controls core processes and procedures including, cost control, planning, risk analysis, estimating, trend reporting and information management
• Experience in delivering large-scale combined cycle power projects

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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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of \"One Team,\" respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

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