Switzerland Global Enterprise

Senior Project Planning Manager – Staff Leader

Switzerland Global Enterprise

full-time

Posted on:

Location Type: Remote

Location: South CarolinaTexasUnited States

Visit company website

Explore more

AI Apply
Apply

Salary

💰 $132,200 - $220,400 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Lead and manage the Project Planning team across the pole portfolio to ensure effective scheduling and on-time project delivery
  • Ensure compliance with Global Project Control, Planning & Scheduling processes and provide guidance, training, or corrective actions when required
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of Integrated Baseline Schedules aligned with project setup procedures and contract requirements
  • Proactively identify schedule risks and opportunities impacting On-Time Delivery (OTD) and conduct baseline schedule risk reviews at project initiation
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Logistics, etc.) to ensure alignment and resolve planning conflicts
  • Maintain Primavera P6 as the single source of truth, ensuring proper integration with adjacent tools such as Unifier, Pulse, WIPT, Tableau, and WMSA
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives for planning tools, processes, and best practices across the planning function
  • Promote proactive schedule management through critical path analysis, forensic reviews, and “what-if” scenario analysis
  • Lead forensic schedule analysis and Extension of Time (EOT) claim management, ensuring contractual milestones, interfaces, and risks are embedded in project schedules
  • Coach and develop the planning team on CPM methodology, float management, baseline discipline, earned value progress measurement, and delay analysis techniques

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 10+ years of experience in Project Execution, including 5+ years in Project Control, Planning, or Scheduling, preferably within EPC or power plant projects
  • Advanced certifications in Project Management (PMP) or Scheduling (PSP – AACE) are highly desirable
  • Proficiency in planning and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Acumen Fuse, and similar systems
  • Flexibility to travel as required to support project execution and coordination across regions
Benefits
  • 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
  • tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
Project PlanningIntegrated Baseline SchedulesCritical Path AnalysisForensic Schedule AnalysisDelay Analysis TechniquesEarned Value Progress MeasurementFloat ManagementBaseline DisciplineSchedule Risk ReviewsContinuous Improvement Initiatives
Soft Skills
LeadershipCoachingCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTrainingConflict ResolutionProactive ManagementFlexibilityTeam Development
Certifications
Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in BusinessProject Management Professional (PMP)Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP - AACE)