AtkinsRéalis

Planning & Scheduling Lead

AtkinsRéalis$150K — $180K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls for large infrastructure projects.
  • Experience with projects having a CAPEX of CAD 1 Billion or more.
  • Proven leadership experience managing a team of Planners/Schedulers.
  • Expertise in Schedule Risk Analysis using Monte Carlo methods.
  • Advanced skills in developing Time-Distance (TILOS) schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Review project documents and collaborate with teams to define scope requirements.
  • Establish Project WBS and create schedules using industry software.
  • Develop project plans and schedules for CAPEX cost estimates under AACE standards.
  • Support and propose execution strategies for project alignment.
  • Create and assess schedule resources and adjust as needed.
  • Identify critical path using CPM scheduling and document assumptions.
  • Conduct review sessions with teams and clients for schedule buy-in.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and employee recognition.
  • Flexible benefits tailored to health, well-being, and lifestyle needs.
  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • Supportive working culture with generous time-off policies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview

The Planning & Scheduling Lead is responsible for leading the planning and scheduling functions for large-scale infrastructure and hydropower projects. This role manages a team of Planners/Schedulers and ensures that project schedules are accurately developed, maintained, risk-assessed, and communicated to internal stakeholders, contractors, and clients. The Planning & SchedulingLead supports project controls, construction, commercial, and legal teams by providing schedule analytics, reporting, and forensic schedule analysis in alignment with contractual requirements.

Your role

  • Review project documents and liaise with project teams to identify scope components and requirements, including laying out the scope over the work breakdown structure as agreed with project leads and correlating with the budget structure.
  • Support establishing Project WBS and packaging project scope following Advance Work Packaging strategies and establish project schedules using known industry software to meet project requirements (Primavera P6, MS Project and/or TILOS).
  • Develop project plans and schedules to support different CAPEX cost estimates under AACE standard requirements.
  • Participate, support and propose execution strategies and sequence to align with project requirements and assumptions.
  • Create, arrange, load and assess schedule resources to different schedule levels and adjust/level resources to meet project plans.
  • Identify the critical path and near-critical path using CPM scheduling method and reflect the same along with other schedule assumptions on the basis of the schedule.
  • Conduct review sessions with project teams and clients in order to obtain the team's buy-in and set schedules as baselines.
  • Confer with project and client teams on a regular basis, track time and sequence changes to update the schedule and issue baseline schedule revisions as applicable.
  • Support other project management and project controls functions and perform other duties related to planning and scheduling when required by project teams.


About you

  • A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering Management or a related engineering field.
  • More than 15 years of relevant experience in planning, scheduling, and project controls to deliver mega infrastructure, industrial and power projects.
  • Experience working on FEED mandates of projects with CAPEX value of CAD 1 Billion or greater.
  • Proven leadership experience supervising Project Planners/Schedulers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Schedule Risk Analysis using Monte Carlo methods.
  • Advanced experience developing Time-Distance (TILOS) schedules for rail, track, systems, and major infrastructure works.


Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $150,000 - $180,000 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

About AtkinsRéalis

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices in over 50 countries, SNC-Lavalin's approximately 40,000 employees provide EPC and EPCM services to clients in a variety of industry sectors, including oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, environment and water, infrastructure and power. SNC-Lavalin can also combine these services with its financing and operations and maintenance capabilities to provide complete end-to-end project solutions. SNC-Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

AtkinsRéalis Careers

Joining AtkinsRéalis presents an unparalleled opportunity to advance one's career with a leader in innovation and professional growth. AtkinsRéalis, a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and leadership in the industry, offers a plethora of job opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional development.

Explore Career Opportunities

AtkinsRéalis is actively seeking talented individuals for various positions across the company. With a focus on diversity and leadership development, AtkinsRéalis ensures that every team member is equipped with the skills and training necessary to excel. Job seekers can find a range of roles that match their skills and career aspirations.

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At AtkinsRéalis, innovation isn't just a buzzword; it's the cornerstone of the company's operations. Employees are encouraged to push boundaries and introduce new ideas that drive the company forward. This environment fosters professional growth and positions AtkinsRéalis as a leader in its field.

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For those starting their career journey, AtkinsRéalis offers robust internship programs that provide invaluable industry experience and networking opportunities. Interns at AtkinsRéalis work on real projects, gaining skills that are crucial for future employment while being immersed in a culture of learning and growth.

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Choosing to work at AtkinsRéalis means more than just employment; it's choosing to be part of a culture that values each individual's contribution. The company offers competitive benefits to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its team members and their families. AtkinsRéalis is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone can thrive.

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AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to the continuous career development of its employees. The company offers various training and development programs, including leadership training and skills enhancement sessions, to ensure that everyone has the tools they need to succeed. Employees at AtkinsRéalis enjoy a clear path to career advancement, supported by resources that help them meet their professional goals.

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