Assist the project manager in developing project scope of work for required Project Controls tasks
Study and understand all relevant project documents pertaining to the preparation of schedules
Work with all relevant project and discipline personnel to prepare schedules
Convert the scope of work document into a logically linked, resourced project schedule
Prepare realistic, achievable schedules using logical networks and where necessary integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules with an emphasis on the engineering and procurement pieces
Develop progress curves and manpower histograms
Monitor progress against project schedule and prepare progress reports
Collect expended man-hours and prepare Earned Value reports and analysis
Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issue of all relevant reports to stakeholders
Verbally and in writing advise project management and discipline personnel on impacts, and contingencies and generally guide the scopes towards the earliest possible finish
Provide realistic resource forecast data at a project and corporate level
Provide input into the budget forecasting process
Manage cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests is properly assessed and included in the schedules
Participate in schedule and project risk analysis as required
Analyze progress and effects on schedule and advise necessary corrective actions
- High school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in engineering project controls within the Refining, Chemicals, Power, Food & Beverage or Renewables industries Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules
- Experience in cost and schedule analysis
- Leads project meetings and makes presentations
- Problem-solving skills, work to resolve complex situations with appropriate management
- Requires a working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel
- Must have a proven record and experience leading the project controls effort on assigned projects
- Must have an understanding of the basic principles of project management
- Requires a general understanding of Cost Management, Estimating, and Change Control
- Must have a high degree of computer literacy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels
- Dependable by meeting deadlines, working independently, being accountable for work, maintaining focus, being punctual, and having a good attendance record
- Maintain a professional attitude and be able to work independently or work as a team member when needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Physical Demands:
Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat, and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on the ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hardhat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.
Work Environment:
Employee will work primarily in an office environment but may require occasional travel to off-site work locations. On construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.
The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Planner/Scheduler. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.
Zachry Group is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- High school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in engineering project controls within Refining, Chemicals, Power, Food & Beverage or Renewables industries
- Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules
- Experience in cost and schedule analysis
- Leads project meetings and makes presentations
- Problem-solving skills to resolve complex situations with appropriate management
- Working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel
- Proven record and experience leading the project controls effort on assigned projects
- Understanding of basic principles of project management
- General understanding of Cost Management, Estimating, and Change Control
- High degree of computer literacy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with staff at all levels
- Dependable: meets deadlines, works independently, accountable, punctual, good attendance
- Ability to work independently or as a team member
- Bachelor's Degree
What We Do
Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. provides comprehensive engineering, design, and project management services for the nuclear industry. The company supports the modification of existing nuclear power plants and the development of new facilities, including small modular reactors. With over 50 years of experience, it offers expertise in electrical, mechanical, structural, and controls engineering, as well as turnkey construction and maintenance services.
