Sr. Planner/Scheduler Professional - U.S.

About the role

Your impact
We challenge what is accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contractors' CPM schedules
• Perform technical schedule reviews
• Recommend workarounds and schedule improvements
• Conduct time impact analyses
• Serve as a scheduling subject matter expert for client interactions
• Build, maintain, and enhance client relationships
• Deliver high-quality scheduling services and support

Requirements

• At least 8 years of Planning / Scheduling experience
• Degree in a related field OR related work experience in lieu of education
• Ability to work a Hybrid model coming in two days a week at our assigned Jacobs office nearest you
• Experience developing and analyzing schedules for large-scale, complex, multi-disciplinary projects
• Experience in at least one of the following sectors: Vertical Construction, Advanced facilities, Biopharma, Oil and Gas, Power Utilities, Nuclear Infrastructure, Transportation, Water Treatment, Constructability and value engineering analysis, claims analysis, change order, and time impact analysis
• Familiarity with establishing and maintaining schedule baselines, logic integrity, and change control processes
• Deep understanding of critical path analysis, float management, and delay analysis methodologies (TIA, as-planned vs as-built, windows analysis)
• Experience with Integrated Master Project and Program schedules
• Experience applying DCMA 14-point checks, GAO/DOE schedule best practices, or similar validation frameworks
• Familiarity with AACE recommended practices (e.g., 29R-03, 22R-10)
• Exposure to Monte Carlo risk analysis tools (Acumen Deltek Fuse, Primavera Risk Analysis, Safran, etc.)
• Experience with data modeling, KPI development, and automated reporting dashboards
• Excellent communication skills and understanding of technical terminology
• A good business acumen and a desire to get involved in other aspects of our business (project oversight, business development etc.)
• Proven planning & scheduling thinking and approach
• Ability to perform forensic schedule analysis and dispute resolution support
• Primavera (P6) experience, including resource and cost loading, generating Earned Value reports as well as graphic and tabular progress reports
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel Table (Vlookup, Index, Filtering, Data manipulation & summarization) and Excel Functions
• Experience with EVM (Earned Value Management)
• Thorough understanding of building construction, timelines, and practices

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Planning and Scheduling
• Project Management
• Technical Writing
• Client Relationship Management
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Company stock purchase option
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
• U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $112,000.00 to $150,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

This role requires the ability to work a Hybrid model coming in two days a week at our assigned Jacobs office nearest you.