Lead Planner & Scheduler

My client is a rapidly growing advanced technology company working on innovative solutions within the nuclear and energy space. As the organization continues to scale, they are seeking a Lead Planner & Scheduler to own the master project schedule and translate complex engineering activities into actionable timelines, work packages, and execution plans. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planner/scheduler with strong Primavera P6 experience to work closely with technical engineering teams and leadership on a major first-of-a-kind nuclear project.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain the master project schedule from engineering through construction.
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand scope, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, and execution requirements.
• Translate engineering plans and Product Breakdown Structures (PBS) into detailed WBS frameworks, work packages, and project timelines.
• Build and manage complex schedules using Oracle Primavera P6, including critical path networks, dependencies, logic ties, and resource planning.
• Track engineering deliverables to support procurement, SOW development, bid packages, and construction planning.
• Support scheduling for procurement, modular assembly, installation, and Balance of Plant (BOP) activities.
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, procurement, operations, and contractors to align execution plans.
• Monitor milestones, schedule performance, risks, delays, and changes, providing clear reporting to senior leadership.
• Support the eventual handoff and schedule integration with major EPC partners and Owner’s Representatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of complex project scheduling experience.
• Nuclear experience is highly desirable but not required; aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or other regulated industry experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on Oracle Primavera P6 experience.
• Strong understanding of WBS, work package development, sequencing, logic ties, dependencies, resource planning, and schedule management.
• Experience building and maintaining detailed project schedules, Gantt charts, and progress reporting tools.
• Ability to work closely with highly technical engineering teams and translate project requirements into actionable schedules.
• Experience in complex engineering, construction, manufacturing, or product development environments.
• Microsoft Project Planner experience preferred.
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or Dataverse is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulated environments and standards such as ASME NQA-1, NRC, or DOE requirements is a plus.