Senior Planner / Scheduler

Requisition ID:
102255
Job Category:
Project Controls; Construction
Location:
Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
The Senior Site Planner / Scheduler develops and manages project schedules across all phases, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and objectives. This role analyzes performance, identifies risks or delays, and collaborates with project teams to keep work on track. They also support change management, report on progress, and provide guidance and mentorship to junior planners.
Key Responsibilities
Developing detailed project schedules using standard coding and work breakdown structures, including AWP (advanced work packages)
Understanding project scope and identifying tasks/activities
Lead Integrated Planning Sessions (IPS)
Collaborate with engineering, procurement and construction disciplines to gather scope and execution strategy inputs
Sequencing work packages/activities and developing network models
Estimating activities duration
Developing schedule development plans and basis of schedule
Establishing critical path and total project duration
Preparing Level 1, 2 and 3 project schedules by summarizing the detailed work schedules
Performing schedule control by analyzing critical path, planned value, earned value, schedule variance, schedule performance indices and schedule risk analysis, and recommending corrective actions
Supporting schedule risk assessment process and schedule contingency development by preparing simplified QRA schedules representing critical paths and near critical paths
Complete Schedule Review Checklists and attendance to schedule review meetings as required per governance level
Updating project schedules to reflect progress against project baseline and preparing management reports
Participate in the change management process with raising schedule deviations and schedule impacts to project changes
Must Have
In Depth understanding of the EPCM industry and practices
Comprehensive knowledge of practices and procedures involved in the planning function, with a minimum of 15 years proven experience in the execution of complex projects in the metals sector; steel industry experience is preferred
Hands-on experience in planning and preparing logic diagrams, critical path networks and bar charts, with particular emphasis on detailed construction schedules
Ability to receive information from numerous sources, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills
In depth experience with computer-based scheduling systems (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and other computerized applications related to the work is essential
Fully familiar with resource allocation and levelling techniques as well as earned value analysis
Must possess sound judgement; strong analytical and interpersonal skills, well developed organizational and administration skills, verbal and written communication skills
Tact and diplomacy required when helping and support regarding the preparation and analysis of project schedules
Ability to coordinate the efforts of others to accomplish objectives
Ability to develop, coach and mentor a team of intermediate and junior planners
Core Competencies
Advanced project planning and scheduling (Level 1–3 schedules)
Strong knowledge of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and schedule logic
Expertise in critical path method (CPM) and network scheduling
Deep understanding of EPCM industry practices and project lifecycles
Experience across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases
Strong analytical skills, including earned value analysis (SPI, SV, etc.)
Ability to identify risks, delays, and recommend corrective actions
Experience with schedule control, forecasting, and performance tracking
Proficiency in scheduling systems (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project)
Knowledge of resource allocation and leveling techniques
Why join us?
Be part of complex and large studies and execution projects
Think locally, work globally with offices and projects worldwide
Engage with people who make a difference and act like owners
What we offer you?
Long term career development in Metals, Infrastructure and Energy sectors
Don’t meet every requirement? You don’t need to. At Hatch, we value diversity and encourage you to apply if you’re interested in the role. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you require accommodation, please let us know.
Why join us?
Work with great people to make a difference
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
Top employer
What we offer you?
Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.