Bechtel

Planner/Scheduler

Bechtel$80K — $110K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5-8 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience in Data Center, Semiconductor Fab, and Technology projects.
  • Proficiency in schedule development and analysis using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify risks.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6.
  • Lead coordination with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
  • Integrate subcontractor and vendor schedules into the project schedule.
  • Monitor schedule performance and progress against the baseline.
  • Perform critical path and variance analysis to assess risks.
  • Conduct what-if analyses to identify potential project delays.
  • Prepare and present schedule reports and updates to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits designed to support employee well-being.
  • Career development programs to inspire and grow talent.
  • Cultural enhancement initiatives to improve workplace environment.
  • Generous time-off policies to encourage work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 295718
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Chandler, AZ


Project Overview:

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the semiconductor (manufacturing facilities and supply chain); data center, electric vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production); and life sciences markets.

M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will independently develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with project objectives. You will provide data-driven insights, identify risks and variances, and support decision-making through proactive schedule analysis and recommendations. #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules in Primavera P6 (or equivalent), including scope definition, logic development, activity sequencing, and durations.
  • Lead coordination with engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractor teams to ensure schedule alignment with project milestones and execution strategy.
  • Integrate subcontractor and vendor schedules into the overall project schedule, ensuring consistency and completeness.
  • Monitor schedule performance, productivity, and progress against baseline plans, identifying trends and deviations.
  • Perform schedule analysis, including critical path, float analysis, and schedule variance evaluation.
  • Conduct schedule impact and what-if analysis to assess potential risks and delays.
  • Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation and recovery plans to address schedule risks.
  • Prepare and maintain shrt-term lookahead schedules (e.g., 3-week or rolling lookahead) to support execution planning.
  • Prepare and present weekly and monthly schedule reports, progress updates, and analysis to project stakeholders.
  • Ensure schedule quality, logic integrity, and compliance with project controls procedures and standards.
  • Participate in and contribute to schedule reviews, providing clear communication of schedule status, risks, and recommendations.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
  • Industry experience, including Data Center, Semi-Conductor Fab, and Technology.


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience in schedule development, maintenance, and analysis across EPC project phases.
  • Ability to independently analyze schedule performance and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify risks and trends.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office applications. Working knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and startup processes.
  • Understanding of schedule integration and interface management across disciplines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present schedule information clearly.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing project needs


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

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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