Job Scope: The Mechanical Planner is generally responsible for planning and scheduling heavy industrial engineering projects, monitoring project costs and/or estimating projects. Work will be performed under minimal supervision.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Lead assigned portion of outage scope through planning and construction
- Develop scope for assigned work orders within the outage, identifying secondary and/or support disciplines required.
- Create detailed planning activities for each work order utilizing planning templates as applicable. Activities include individual tasks, manpower, durations, and assigned discipline.
- Provide daily schedule updates during outage executions
- Create job planning packages for each work order for both internal and external distribution, e.g., bid events, contractor field personnel, etc. Packages may include pictures, P&IDs, BOMs, tools, safe work procedures, applicable standards, QC requirements, etc.
- Support Management of Change process, recognizing plant changes and following through on all documentation and recommendations in a timely manner.
- Provide contractor field management in all outage phases for assigned contractors, including safety, timesheet verification, field oversight, change orders, and QC verification.
- Uphold and communicate high standards of housekeeping in assigned areas and on all job sites. Conduct frequent formal housekeeping inspections of plant areas.
- Complete close out and documentation as required by standards and procedures.
Ideal Background
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: Requires 10+ years of relevant industrial experience in planning, scheduling, cost control and estimating.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Ability to read and understand P&IDs, ISO’s, piping isometrics, fixed equipment design packages, and pipe specs.
- Proficient in the use of computers and business software, including Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Projects, OneNote, Outlook) OneNote, SAP, Primavera P6.
- Working knowledge of ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME Sec. I, and ASME Sec. VIII
- Previous experience building execution work packages with detailed work plans including safety matrix, picture, P&ID, isometric, bill of material, etc.
- Safety oriented and unwilling to compromise on safety rules, processes, and procedures
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and planning skills. Strong leadership abilities.
- Willing to work a wide variety of scheduled days and hours, following strict fatigue management guidelines.
- Works professionally and harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors, management, support personnel, program participants, and business-related persons.
- Utilizes positive and constructive attitude toward resolution of problems and conflicts.
- Accepts direction, criticism, and supervision.
- Demonstrates ability to remain calm in demanding situations.
- Makes good use of time, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Valid TWIC
- Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
Travel Requirements:
- Travel required up to 25-45% of the year depending on TAR occurrences and assignments.
- Ability to take trips during the Planning Phase to gather information necessary to properly plan work scope defined.
- Required to be on-site for the duration of the Outage Execution timeframe to coordinate contractors executing planned work scopes, and to ensure Safe Work Practices and QAQC processes are being followed. Timeframes vary but an average outage duration is 30-45 days.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Work requires working from heights, climbing fixed ladders, and stairs, etc.
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 10+ years of relevant industrial experience in planning, scheduling, cost control, and estimating
- Ability to read and understand P&IDs, isometrics, piping isometrics, fixed equipment design packages, and pipe specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, OneNote, Outlook, SAP, and Primavera P6
- Working knowledge of ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME Section I, and ASME Section VIII
- Experience creating detailed execution work packages with safety matrices, pictures, P&IDs, isometrics, and bills of material
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, planning, and leadership skills
- Safety-oriented approach and ability to follow safety, quality, and procedural requirements
- Willingness to work varied scheduled days and hours under fatigue management guidelines
- Valid TWIC
- Ability to travel up to 25–45% and work on-site during outage execution
- Ability to work from heights and climb fixed ladders and stairs
- Authorization to work in the United States
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Hargrove Engineers & Constructors is a full‑service EPC firm providing engineering, procurement, construction management, controls & automation, life sciences, equipment solutions, and technical services for industrial clients. Founded in 1995 and 100% employee‑owned, Hargrove supports projects from concept through commissioning with over 2,700 teammates across 19+ offices, serving industries such as chemicals, refining, manufacturing, power, and life sciences worldwide, and delivering reliable, client-focused solutions.









