Sr. Planner-Forward Planning

Requisition ID: 298466 Relocation Authorized: National - Family Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Ogden, UT 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: Bechtel as part of the Northrop Grumman Corp. team is preparing to deliver the U.S. Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) system of inter-continental ballistic missiles and launch infrastructure. GBSD is a vital U.S. Air Force program designed to modernize the nation’s aging force of inter-continental ballistic missiles, which make up the ground element of the nuclear deterrent. As part of the Northrop Grumman GBSD nationwide team, Bechtel will provide launch system design, construction, and integration. A major contractor for the United States and allied governments, Bechtel has handled such efforts as chemical weapons demilitarization projects, missile-defense, infrastructure, base operations, procurement and project management, and restoration and recovery spanning half a century. We use our expertise to help our customers securely and effectively transform mission delivery. We invite you to join our team for this very interesting opportunity! Job Summary: In this role, the Senior Planner will work closely with the Site Manager, Logistics Planning Manager, and other members of the project team to support the Advanced Planning effort. The Senior Planner will collaborate with stakeholders including BNI, Northrop Grumman (NG), and the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to develop detailed accommodations and planning for Production/Wing scope. The Senior Planner is responsible for schedule development, maintenance, forecasting, and monitoring activities, as well as preparing schedule data to support contract negotiations and project execution. The Senior Planner will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. The position will include regular interfaces with senior internal and customer stakeholders to coordinate planning activities, resolve schedule-related issues, and drive successful project execution. #LI-CL1 Major Responsibilities: Works closely with the Site Manager, Logistics Planning Manager, Supervision, and other members of the project team to support the Advanced Planning and Transition Planning efforts for Wings and Production work. Collaborates with stakeholders including BNI, Northrop Grumman (NG), and the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to develop detailed accommodations, site layouts, storyboards, and planning requirements to support the transition of work into Production/Wing execution. Responsible for schedule development, maintenance, forecasting, and monitoring activities, as well as preparing schedule data to support contract negotiations, Advanced Planning, Transition Planning, and project execution. Supports project teams in maintaining schedule performance, identifying potential schedule impacts, and ensuring planned activities remain aligned with project execution requirements. Interfaces regularly with senior internal and customer stakeholders to coordinate planning activities, resolve schedule-related issues, and support successful project execution. Responsible for the development, maintenance, and forecasting of project schedules supporting the Advanced Planning and Transition Planning effort for Wings and Production work. Establishes and maintains schedules for assigned discipline areas or specialty activities supporting Advanced Planning and the transition of work into Production/Wing execution. Performs schedule development duties, including establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining work activity durations, establishing proper workflow logic ties, and developing required job expenditures. Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties supporting the transition to Production/Wing work. Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience Required Knowledge and Skills: Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes, as performed by Bechtel Skilled in oral and written communication with demonstrated skill to present information to management and clients Advanced in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office 365 software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Ability to take initiative in project related tasks and coordination with various stakeholders Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to ensure effective project delivery Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team atmosphere Demonstrated understanding of project controls core processes and procedures including cost control, planning, risk analysis, estimating, trend reporting and information management Experience delivering large-scale EPC projects Total 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 Rewards Diverse 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. Bechtel 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 [email protected]