Project Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Description : About Us :

About Us :

For over twenty years, Cinterra has provided specialized electrical utility and solar construction services to support some of the nation's leading contractors, private industry and public utilities.

Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is only rivaled by one of the highest safety ratings in the industry.

The services we provide help to bring electric power and renewable energy sources to millions. Come join our team today!

Position Summary :

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Planner to join our dynamic team. This position requires a candidate with substantial knowledge in Primavera P6 scheduling software, preferably including initial setup capabilities, although this is not mandatory.

The primary responsibility of the Scheduler will be to plan and develop schedule program to support multiple projects on successful execution on utility-scale solar projects.

Employee will work closely with bid development, regional operations management, project management, finance leadership, safety, logistics, quality, commissioning and preconstruction teams in developing detailed project budgets and cost coding structures to ensure project financial performance.

The position requires a proactive self-starter approach, great communication skills, analytical thinking, problem solving abilities, strong computer skills, and experience with cost and scheduling programs including P6.

The employee will be working with all levels of Cinterra staff, including executive management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

• Coordinate with Project Management teams to support overall project construction plan for planned activities
• Create, maintain, and review project schedules and timelines.
• Collaborate with project teams to gather all necessary data for schedule development and maintenance.
• Identify potential bottlenecks in the project timeline and develop solutions to mitigate delays.
• Identify risk to project and develop plans to mitigate, work with regional construction teams to identify risks to project and develop plans to mitigate.
• Lead and facilitate relevant project meetings with cross functional teams, providing action summary and next steps
• Provide support and assistance to other Cinterra divisions as needed.
• Handle special assignments as requested

Requirements :

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on scheduling experience in an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) environment.
• Industry knowledge and involvement in Renewable Energy projects is preferred, demonstrating a deep understanding of the complexities associated with these sectors
• Demonstrated proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential and Microsoft Excel.
• PowerBi experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent and effective communication skills. Ability to convey the appropriate amount of detail for the required audience
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Problem-solver with effective time management skills, understands how to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience using project scheduling software such as MS-Project, Primavera P6 or other related industry scheduling tools
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office programs
• Familiar with Local code, AHJ standards, and NEC code, NFPA 70E Certification (preferred)
• Familiar with OSHA regulations (required), OSHA training and certifications (preferred)

Physical Requirements :

• May be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and telephone, along with other general office equipment.
• Close vision abilities required due to computer work.
• Light to moderate lifting / carrying of 25 lbs may be required.
• Reaching overhead or below.
• Work environment may include being able to tolerate moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones, printers, light traffic)
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.