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Senior Project Controls and Scheduling - Planner/Scheduler

Sargent & Lundy

Columbus, OH · HybridFull-time$100–153K/yrSeen 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$100–153K/yr
Location
Columbus, OHHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Senior Planner/Scheduler will apply technical expertise to develop and maintain integrated project schedules for nuclear power generation projects, collaborating with project and client management, site personnel, and stakeholders. Responsibilities include implementing project controls, performing critical path analysis, managing schedule risks and contingencies, producing reports, supporting month‑end closing, and ensuring standardized documentation while working in a hybrid environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Primavera P6Project ControlsCommunicationMotivationMS ExcelMS AccessMS Office

Qualifications

Post‑Secondary Graduate7+ Years Project ExperienceAACE CST or PMI EquivalentAACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP or PMI EquivalentProfessional Designation Training Completion

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

As a Senior Planner/Scheduler you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management and site personnel for the development of detailed integrated schedules for the engineering, procurement and construction scopes of work associated with nuclear power generation projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, and under the direction of the project lead, you will perform the following tasks:

  • Implement project controls tools and methodology

  • Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices

  • Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required

  • Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks

  • Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.

  • Support month end closing and phase gate processes

  • Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.

  • Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports

  • Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs

  • Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making

  • Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance

  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software, including resource loading experience

  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls

  • 7 or more years of project experience

  • Post-secondary graduate

  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.

  • Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.

  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry

  • i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent

  • ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent

  • iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training

  • Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Accident Insurance

  • Disability Coverage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Back-Up Daycare

  • FSA & HSA

  • 401(k)

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account

  • Merit Scholarship Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program

  • Tuition Assistance

  • First Professional Licensure Bonus

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$100,019 - $152,807

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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CityColumbus

StateOH

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestEngineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-26154

Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group

DepartmentProject Controls and Scheduling Division

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