Bechtel

4-D Planner

Bechtel • $78K — $119K *
Clay, NY 13041In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience in construction planning or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with SYNCHRO 4D or similar planning software.
  • Experience in field positions on large EPC mega projects.
  • Advanced knowledge of project controls including cost control, planning, and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update 4D construction models using SYNCHRO 4D Pro.
  • Integrate schedules with 3D models for enhanced visualization and execution.
  • Create simulations for baseline, forecast, and recovery strategies.
  • Support schedule reviews, identifying gaps and constraints.
  • Provide analysis to support project management decisions and recovery plans.
  • Lead workshops to optimize construction sequencing and execution readiness.
  • Monitor schedules for critical activities and update project functions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Generous paid time off (160 hours annually) plus nine paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave and discretionary bonuses.
  • 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components.
  • Programs to enhance the company culture and advance employee careers.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 299617
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Clay, NY
  • Salary Range: $78,000 - $119,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)


Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

The 4D / SYNCHRO Planner supports project planning, construction sequencing, and digital construction execution through the development, maintenance, and analysis of integrated 4D models using SYNCHRO 4D and related planning tools. This role serves as a subject matter expert in 4D planning, bridging project controls scheduling, BIM, and construction execution by integrating schedules with 3D design models to improve constructability, execution planning, stakeholder communication, risk identification, and progress performance.

The successful candidate will work closely with project controls, construction, engineering, field supervision, digital delivery, and project management teams to create accurate, meaningful, and actionable 4D planning deliverables that improve schedule certainty, construction sequencing, interface management, and overall project execution performance. #LI-SM2 #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and update 4D construction models using SYNCHRO 4D Pro by linking approved project schedules with 3D models.
  • Integrate schedule activities with model elements to visualize construction sequence, workface planning, installation logic, and project execution strategy.
  • Develop baseline, forecast, recovery, and what-if scenario simulations to evaluate execution strategies and support management decision-making.
  • Support schedule reviews by identifying logic gaps, sequencing issues, access constraints, interface conflicts, and constructability concerns.
  • Provide visual schedule analysis to support mitigation planning, recovery plans, and project management decision-making.
  • Contribute to schedule risk discussions by providing visual insight into critical path, near-critical activities, congestion, and execution constraints.
  • Lead 4D planning and constructability workshops with project stakeholders to optimize construction sequencing, identify constraints, and improve execution readiness.
  • Support integration with other digital tools, including Primavera P6, Navisworks, BIM platforms, reporting tools, and project data environments.
  • Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, construction management, business or related field and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with SYNCHRO 4D or similar 4D planning software.


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Proficient in the use of SYNCHRO 4D Pro (2026 or recent version) and able to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Proficient in the use of Navisworks Manage to monitor, maintain, extract, and synchronize the 3D model files with SYNCHRO 4D Pro.
  • Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes, as performed by Bechtel.
  • Advanced in 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.
  • Demonstrated understanding of project controls core processes and procedures including, cost control, planning, risk analysis, estimating, trend reporting and information management.
  • Experience developing 4D planning standards, workflows, templates, or governance documents.


Additional Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Experience working in field / jobsite based positions on EPC mega projects.
  • Proficient in use of Primavera P6 software (v22 or newer).
  • Ability to support innovation and digital transformation initiatives within project controls and construction planning.
  • Skilled in oral and written communication with demonstrated skill to present information to management and clients.
  • Experience with digital quantity surveying and visualization tools.
  • Experience implementing 4D planning on semiconductor, manufacturing, data center, infrastructure, or other large EPC projects.
  • Experience integrating field progress data into 4D models for construction status visualization and forecasting.


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

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

About Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company founded in San Francisco, California, and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is the largest construction company in the United States and the 11th-largest privately owned American company in 2018. Its headquarters are in the Reston area of unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia. Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company, and they are currently working on projects in over 40 countries. The company is organized into five global business units that specialize in civil infrastructure; power generation, communications, and transmission; mining and metals; oil, gas, and chemicals; and government services.
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