Senior Planner, Capital Project Planning

National Grid; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 97,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Senior Construction Planner to deliver critical electric distribution infrastructure by developing and optimizing construction plans and schedules. You will ensure projects run on time and within budget while aligning with regulatory requirements and workforce resources.

Reporting to the Capitol Project Planning department, you will collaborate with design, operations, warehouse, and Right of Way teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in an engineering or business-related field or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience is required.
• Understands construction activities and ability to interpret design sketches.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning skills with ability to re-prioritize assignments on demand.
• Proficient with STORMS, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, ARM, and P6 Team Member.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily and weekly schedules for the PTO field workforce.
• Collaborate with resource planning to monitor resource levels, capacity forecasts, productivity, and project plan progress.
• Facilitate weekly scheduling meetings with electric operations and PTO.
• Review and order materials to guarantee availability per job specs; coordinate deliveries with Inventory Management.
• Implement best practices in resource management to ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Prioritize and monitor work progress through each phase of construction.
• Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor permits, licenses, and land rights; keep team informed on progress.

Skills

Scheduling

Resource planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Associate degree

Tools

STORMS

SAP

Microsoft Office

ARM

P6 Team Member

Job description

About Us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Construction Planner for our Capitol Project Planning department in Albany or Glens Falls, NY. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

About Us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Construction Planner for our Capitol Project Planning department in Albany or Glens Falls, NY. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

As a Senior Construction Planner, you will play a key role in delivering critical electric distribution infrastructure projects by developing and optimizing construction plans and schedules that support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements while balancing workforce resources, geographic priorities, and customer commitments. This position offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, influence portfolio performance, and contribute to the successful delivery of essential energy services.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain daily and weekly schedules for the Protection and Telecommunication Operations (PTO) field workforce.
• Collaborate with resource planning to monitor resource levels, capacity forecasts, productivity, and project plan progress to make informed resource recommendations and analyze trends.
• Facilitate weekly scheduling meetings with electric operations and PTO to ensure alignment among stakeholders.
• Review and order materials to guarantee availability according to job specifications, coordinating deliveries with Inventory Management.
• Implement best practices in resource management to ensure compliance with National Grid, union policies, and regulatory standards for all work and safety protocols.
• Prioritize and monitor work progress through each phase of construction.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Exhibit a high level of personal initiative and ability to interact with stakeholders to solve problems in a positive and collaborative manner.
• Monitor the status of required permits, licenses, and land rights.
• Keep team members and stakeholders informed and updated on project progress and developments.
• Promote a culture of efficiency, teamwork, collaboration, and efficient resource utilization across the department and support groups.
• Collaborate with designers, job owners, warehouse and material management, resource planning, operation supervisors, engineering, and Right of Way teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in an engineering or business-related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience is required.
• Understands of construction activities.
• Ability to interpret design sketches preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong planning skills, with the ability to re-prioritize assignments on demand.
• Proficient in the use of STORMS, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, ARM, and P6 Team Member preferred.
• Familiarity with the lifecycle of a job from customer initiation through project completion.
• Knowledge of various job types and associated scope of work.
• Understanding resource levels and crew compositions.
• Ability to travel to divisional offices and other locations as required, regularly support Glenns Falls and Albany locations.
• An ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Influencing and negotiating skills to achieve desired outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Capacity to quickly and effectively develop working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

More Information

Salary: $97,000 - $114,000 per year

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.