NSB Omega is searching for a Corporate Project Controls and Planning Manager for a Full Time Staff role with one of our Key Clients.
Assignment Description
The Senior Planner is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing complex project schedules and planning systems using Primavera P6 and advanced data analytics. This role serves as a technical authority on planning data, schedule integrity, and performance reporting, supporting informed decision‑making across large, complex programs. The position requires independent judgment, deep technical expertise, and the ability to influence project outcomes without direct people management.
Key Responsibilities
Planning & Scheduling (Primavera P6)
- Develop, maintain, and control fully logic‑linked, resource‑loaded project schedules in Primavera P6
- Establish and maintain schedule baselines, progress updates, forecasting, and what‑if scenarios
- Ensure schedule quality, integrity, and compliance with contractual, organizational, and industry standards
- Perform critical path analysis, float analysis, and schedule risk assessments
- Support claims avoidance and resolution through accurate schedule documentation and analysis
Data & Analytics
Design and maintain planning data structures, dashboards, and performance metricsAnalyze schedule, cost, and resource data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunitiesIntegrate P6 data with other enterprise systems (e.g., cost, risk, BI platforms)Automate reporting and data validation processes to improve accuracy and efficiencyProvide data‑driven insights and recommendations to project and senior leadershipAdvisory & Technical Leadership
Serve as a subject matter expert for Primavera P6, planning methodologies, and data governanceDefine and enforce planning standards, best practices, and controlsReview and validate schedules prepared by others and provide technical guidanceMentor junior planners and analysts through technical coaching and peer reviewSupport audits, gate reviews, and executive‑level reportingRequired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, Data Analytics, or a related field8–12+ years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or project controlsExpert‑level proficiency in Primavera P6 (Professional or EPPM)Advanced data analysis and visualization skills (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python, or similar tools)Strong understanding of scheduling best practices, CPM methodology, and schedule risk conceptsProven ability to independently manage complex, high‑value project schedulesPreferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., PSP, PMP, PMI‑SP, AACE, or equivalent)Experience with large capital programs or multi‑project portfoliosKnowledge of cost control, earned value management (EVM), and risk modelingExperience developing or governing enterprise planning systems and standardsCore Competencies
Advanced analytical and systems thinkingData‑driven decision‑making and problem‑solvingTechnical authority and attention to detailAbility to communicate complex data clearly to non‑technical stakeholders#J-18808-Ljbffr