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Project Controls Lead Planner/Scheduler

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Apr 2026

About the role

Position Summary:This role takes full ownership of the project schedule across multiple phases, from early FEL planning and pre-FEED through field execution and system turnover. This role will own the schedule, develop the execution plan, and drive alignment across engineering, procurement, fabrication, logistics, and field operations.The position will be based in Anchorage during the planning and readiness phases, then transition to the North Slope as projects move into construction. Work Location/Schedule:Anchorage - 5 days per week, 10 hours per dayNorth Slope - 7 days per week, 11.5 hours per day Rotation: 3 weeks on 3 weeks off Workplace Benefits:

Overtime Guaranteed
Medical Insurance (Individual and Family)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k with Company Match
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Voluntary)
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program

Essential Job Functions:

Schedule Development & Ownership

Own and drive the project schedule from concept through turnover
Develop and manage integrated Level 3–5 Primavera P6 schedules across all project phases
Lead WBS and CBS alignment to support estimating, cost tracking, and progress measurement
Develop resource-loaded schedules and manpower forecasts
Perform critical path analysis, float analysis, and schedule scenario modeling
Build and maintain recovery plans in response to delays, scope changes, or logistics disruptions

Early-Phase Planning

Support FEL and pre-FEED efforts by developing initial schedules and execution strategies
Work with estimating teams to validate durations, sequencing, and productivity assumptions
Establish realistic schedule logic aligned with scope, resources, and project execution strategy

Field Execution

Maintain and drive the schedule in alignment with field progress and site conditions
Interface with engineering, procurement, fabrication, and field teams to ensure schedule alignment
Support change management by assessing schedule impacts of RFIs and scope changes
Provide detailed reporting including S-curves, earned value metrics, and schedule KPIs
Lead and defend schedule strategy in client-facing reviews

North Slope & Arctic Logistics

Develop schedules that account for modular fabrication workflows — yard integration, transport, and field setting
Plan and sequence work around sealift schedules, including module delivery, bulk material shipments, and critical equipment arrival
Incorporate ice road logistics, including haul windows, load restrictions, and material staging strategies
Build schedules that reflect seasonal constraints, including winter construction windows and limited summer access
Develop contingency plans for logistics-driven delays due to weather, transport, or material slippage

System Turnover & Commissioning

Integrate system-based turnover sequencing into the construction schedule — not area-based completion
Align schedule milestones with mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning handover
Ensure construction activities are sequenced to support efficient, risk-managed system turnover
Coordinate handover sequencing with client priorities and operations readiness requirements

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications:

10+ years of scheduling experience in industrial construction
Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
Proven experience planning and executing $100MM+ projects
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, modularization, and field execution workflows
Experience integrating system turnover and commissioning into construct