Lead Project Planner, Scheduler

GE Vernova

Lead Project Planner and Scheduler responsible for developing integrated project schedules for GE Gas Power projects. Collaborating with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure timely deliveries and compliance with contractual obligations.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeSchenectady • New York, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $166,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Project Planning and Scheduling, particularly using Primavera P6, to develop and manage Integrated Project Schedules while ensuring alignment with engineering and supply chain constraints. Capable of translating complex schedule data into actionable insights for stakeholders.

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Project Planning & SchedulingPrimavera P6Project Management Professional (PMP)Scheduling Professional (PSP - AACE)Engineering & Supply Chain Integration

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningSchedulingIntegrated Project SchedulesRisk AssessmentData ValidationEngineering WorkflowsSchedule ExecutionAction Item TrackingFeasibility AssessmentContractual Milestone Management

Soft Skills

Courage to ChallengeCommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingInsight Translation

Tools & Technologies

Primavera P6

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Scheduling Professional (PSP - AACE)

Industry Keywords

EPC EnvironmentPower GenerationHeavy Industrial EquipmentSupply Chain ManagementConstruction Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Attend ITO/OTR handover meetings to receive the L1/L2 bid schedule
Validate ITO assumptions, risk registers, and contractual milestone dates
Assess the feasibility of the ITO schedule against known engineering and supply chain constraints
Identify gaps between the "sold" schedule and the "executable" plan
Support CKOM (Contract Kick-Off Meetings) and ensure all open action items related to schedule execution are tracked and closed
Develop the Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (L3) Integrated Project Schedules using Primavera P6, adhering to global planning standards
Work closely with Sourcing/Procurement to integrate Supplier Lead Times, manufacturing cycles, and logistics durations
Partner with Engineering functional leads to model Concurrent Engineering workflows
Lead the Commitment Meeting with functional owners to resolve disconnects, align on cycles, and secure buy-in for the project baseline (P0)
Update the project master schedule monthly based on inputs from task owners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in Project Planning & Scheduling within a complex engineering or EPC environment using Primavera P6 Power Generation and Heavy Industrial Equipment preferred
Advanced certifications in Project Management (PMP) or Scheduling (PSP – AACE) are highly desirable
Courage to challenge functional leaders when durations are unrealistic or commitments are at risk
Ability to translate complex schedule data into simple, actionable insights for senior leadership and customers

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off