Planning Engineer

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Bechtel
Building inspiring projects
Develop, monitor and analyze project schedules, critical paths, and subcontractor plans.
13 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Reading, GB, RG2 9DF
Hybrid
Company Size
38,000+ worldwide Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
and more
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Energy
and more
Role
What you would be doing
critical path
schedule management
wbs development
subcontractor monitoring
schedule reporting
proposal scheduling
  • Determines critical-path activities for assigned discipline or specialty work activities supporting interdisciplinary requirements
  • Establishes and maintains the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty
  • Prepares schedule data for proposals or contract negotiations
  • Develops critical path schedule reports and schedule performance metrics
  • Performs schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties, and developing the required job expenditure
  • Monitors and validates subcontractor schedules
  • Evaluates subcontractor schedules for required workarounds or potential schedule improvements
  • Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties
  • Identifies and reports activities that have a critical or potential impact on the schedule
What you bring
primavera p6
risk analysis
ms office
bachelor's
8-12 yrs
communication
  • Proficient with PC operating systems and various essential software applications; advanced knowledge of multiple discipline-specific programs currently utilized at Bechtel, such as Primavera P6, Primavera Risk Analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Possesses an intermediate understanding of conducting Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis, both in the field and at the home office.
  • Has an intermediate familiarity with engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes as executed by Bechtel

Grade 26 – Typically requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-12 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Ideally, British Nationals with UK SC Security Clearance however, other nationalities may be considered to meet basic security clearance requirements

Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Since 1898
Year Established
The company was founded over a century ago.
$17.6B
Annual Revenue
Reported revenue generated in 2022.
160+
Countries Operated
Operates in over 160 countries worldwide.
  • Operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, nuclear, security and environmental, oil, gas, chemicals, mining, and metals, as well as manufacturing, battery production and technology.
  • Significant presence in North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.
Culture + Values
Focus on challenging projects
Challenging Projects
The company prioritizes tackling difficult challenges and making customers' ambitious goals a reality.
Integrity and ethics
Ethical Standards
The company emphasizes the highest level of integrity and ethics in their operations and projects.
Safety and well-being
Safety Culture
Safety and the well-being of employees are prioritized, and respect for each other is emphasized.
Diversity and belonging
Inclusive Environment
The company fosters a deep sense of belonging by embracing diversity and seeking diverse views.
Trust and accountability
Trustworthy Relationships
Long-term relationships are built on trust, accountability, and delivering excellence.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero by 2050
Sustainability Target
Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050.
  • Created Bechtel.org in 2019, a social enterprise focusing on sustainable and inclusive development projects worldwide.
  • Addresses global challenges such as access to clean water, renewable energy, and resilient infrastructure.
Inclusion & Diversity
24% women
Workforce Composition
Highlights the percentage of women in the company's employee base, showcasing diversity in gender representation.
  • Supports various communities within its workforce through Business Resource Groups (BRGs) such as B-BOLD (Supporting the Black Community), B-FAMILIA (Supporting the Latinx Community), B-PRO (Supporting Professional Development), B-PROUD (Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community), BSERV (Supporting Veterans), Women@Bechtel (Supporting Female Colleagues), B-InspirAsian (Supporting the Asian Community), and Boundless@Bechtel (Supporting Disability Inclusion).
  • Launched programs to support underrepresented groups in STEM fields, including partnerships with organizations like the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).
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