Senior Planner/Scheduler

Zachry Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking a detail-oriented Planner/Scheduler for their Omaha, Nebraska Design Center. This role involves producing and maintaining project schedules, assisting in developing project scopes, and advising project management on impacts and contingencies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in engineering project controls, particularly within industries such as Refining and Chemicals. Familiarity with software like Primavera P6 is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in engineering project controls.
• Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules.
• Strong understanding of cost management principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project manager in developing project scope of work.
• Prepare and review relevant reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor progress against the project schedule.

Skills

Project management software knowledge

Cost and schedule analysis

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is looking for a detail-oriented Planner/Scheduler who is highly qualified in scheduling to work in our Omaha, NE Design Center. This is a great opportunity to work on challenging projects for well-known clients in the industry. This role, in our engineering group, will produce and maintain all cost and schedule functions, both internal and external, on assigned projects while maintaining company standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project manager in developing project scope of work for required Project Controls tasks
• Study and understand all relevant project documents pertaining to the preparation of schedules
• Work with all relevant project and discipline personnel to prepare schedules
• Convert the scope of work document into a logically linked, resourced project schedule
• Prepare realistic, achievable schedules using logical networks and where necessary integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules with an emphasis on the engineering and procurement pieces
• Develop progress curves and manpower histograms
• Monitor progress against project schedule and prepare progress reports
• Collect expended man-hours and prepare Earned Value reports and analysis
• Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issue of all relevant reports to stakeholders
• Verbally and in writing advise project management and discipline personnel on impacts, contingencies and generally guide the scopes towards the earliest possible finish
• Provide realistic resource forecast data at a project and corporate level
• Provide input into the budget forecasting process
• Manage cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests is properly assessed and included in the schedules
• Participate in schedule and project risk analysis as required
• Analyze progress and effects on schedule and advise necessary corrective actions

Qualifications

• High school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in engineering project controls within the Refining, Chemicals, Power, Food & Beverage or Renewables industries Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules
• Experience in cost and schedule analysis
• Leads project meetings and makes presentations
• Problem‑solving skills, work to resolve complex situations with appropriate management
• Requires a working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel
• Must have a proven record and experience leading the project controls effort on assigned projects
• Must have an understanding of the basic principles of project management
• Requires a general understanding of Cost Management, Estimating, and Change Control
• Must have a high degree of computer literacy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels
• Dependable by meeting deadlines, working independently, being accountable for work, maintaining focus, being punctual, and having a good attendance record
• Maintain a professional attitude and be able to work independently or work as a team member when needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat, and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on the ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hardhat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.

Work Environment

Employee will work primarily in an office environment but may require occasional travel to off-site work locations. On construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Planner/Scheduler. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Zachry Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.