Planning Manager

Requisition ID: Relocation Authorized: National - FamilyTelework Type:Full-Time Office/ProjectWork Location: Cheyenne, WY, Reston, VAReston, VA Only - Salary Range: $180,500 - $261,100 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.Project Overview:The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S.This project is of significant scale and complexity, and our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery this year.The candidate for this position will start on a short-term assignment working from the home office in Reston, VA and then will later mobilize to the jobsite in Cheyenne, WY.Job Summary:In this role, you will lead a team of planners and work with the project team to prepare schedule data for contract negotiations and project execution. The Planning Manager is accountable for schedule development, maintenance, forecasting, and monitoring activities. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, you will also have regular interfaces with senior internal and customer stakeholders. #LI-JL1Major Responsibilities:Accountable for the development, maintenance, and forecasting of the project scheduleEstablishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates assignments to subordinatesCommunicates with senior project management overall schedule progress, opportunities, and challengesRegularly interacts with the clientPerforms schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties, and developing the required job expenditureIdentifies schedule trends for management attentionDetermines critical-path activities for the projectDevelops critical path schedule reports and schedule performance metricsIdentifies, reports, and analyzes activities that have a critical or potential impact on the scheduleMonitors and analyzes subcontractor schedulesEvaluates subcontractor schedules for required workarounds or potential schedule improvementsEnsures schedule updates are provided on time to support project reporting requirementsEducation and Experience Requirements:Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in engineering, construction management, business, or related field and 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience5+ years of supervisory experience and demonstrated skills in applying team building leadershipRequired Knowledge and Skills:Experience in delivering large-scale combined cycle power projects or similar process plantsExperience in delivering fully integrated EPC projectsAdvanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes, as performed by BechtelSignificant experience of leading, managing, and organizing teams of diverse backgrounds and experience to meet project objectivesAdvanced skill in Primavera P6 and proficient in Microsoft Office 365 software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Excellent skill in oral and written communication, including experience presenting information to internal and external stakeholdersAbility to take initiative in project related tasks and coordination with various stakeholders, including senior managementTotal 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 RewardsDiverse teams build the extraordinary:As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.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 componentsBechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age,national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law),protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to SummaryJob number: Profession: Project ControlsEmployment type: Standard