Bechtel

Planner/Scheduler

Bechtel$105K — $160K *
Clay, NY 13041In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent plus 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
  • Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 for schedule development and analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading scheduling efforts on complex EPC projects.
  • Ability to interpret critical path analysis and schedule assessments effectively.
  • Understanding of the EPC lifecycle and related project controls practices.
  • Strong communication skills for effective engagement with project leadership.
  • Experience in mentoring less experienced planners is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain integrated project schedules in Primavera P6, aligning with execution strategy.
  • Establish scheduling structure and logic for effective engineering and construction execution.
  • Perform advanced schedule analysis, including critical path and productivity trend evaluations.
  • Identify schedule risks and perform impact analyses to evaluate potential alternatives.
  • Recommend mitigation strategies and recovery plans for schedule performance issues.
  • Provide data-driven insights to support project decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
  • Prepare and deliver clear schedule reports and presentations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Optional disability and supplemental insurance options.
  • Generous paid time off (160 hours annually) plus nine paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave and discretionary bonuses.
  • Well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 297137
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Clay, NY
  • Salary Range: 105,000 - 160,200 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)


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 centre, 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 perform advanced planning and scheduling activities for project scopes or complex projects, supporting schedule development, integration, analysis, and forecasting. You will provide schedule expertise, support project execution strategies, and contribute to informed project decision-making while ensuring alignment with project controls standards and best practices. #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain integrated project schedules in Primavera P6 (or equivalent), ensuring alignment with project execution strategy and key milestones.
  • Establish schedule structure, sequencing, and logic to support effective execution across engineering, procurement, and construction phases.Integrate discipline, subcontractor, and vendor schedules into a cohesive and aligned project schedule.
  • Perform advanced schedule analysis, including critical path evaluation, float management, and productivity trend analysis.
  • Identify schedule risks and perform impact analyses to evaluate potential outcomes and alternatives.
  • Evaluate and recommend mitigation strategies, recovery plans, and execution adjustments to address schedule risks and performance issues.
  • Provide forward-looking insights and recommendations based on schedule data, trends, and performance metrics to support project decision-making.Interface with project management and stakeholders regarding schedule performance, risks, and forecasts.
  • Prepare and deliver schedule reports and presentations, translating complex data into clear and actionable insights.
  • Ensure adherence to project controls procedures, scheduling standards, and best practices, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Share planning and scheduling knowledge with project team members and provide technical support as needed.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience leading schedule development and analysis on complex EPC projects.
  • Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, including schedule development, analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong ability to perform and interpret critical path analysis, schedule impact assessments, and scenario evaluations.
  • Experience integrating multi-discipline and subcontractor schedules.
  • Strong understanding of the EPC lifecycle, execution strategies, and project controls practices.
  • Ability to provide schedule-based insights and recommendations to support project decision-making.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage effectively with project leadership.
  • Experience mentoring or guiding less experienced planners is preferred.
  • Familiarity with schedule risk analysis concepts and tools (e.g., QSRA, PRA) is preferred.


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.
Learn more about Bechtel
Size
55,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1898

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Bechtel

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Planner/Scheduler jobs: