Engineering Planner

2 months ago


Perth, Australia Bechtel Full time

Requisition ID: 279833 

  •  Relocation Authorized: None 
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
  • Work Location: Perth, WA 

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Project Overview:

Bechtel, a global leader in project management, engineering, procurement and construction, has been engaged to undertake a Feasibility Study through to EPCM construction and commissioning by one of our key clients.

This Project involves greenfields and brownfields developments including earthworks through challenging terrain, construction of new crushing facilities, and transmission line installations.

Job Summary:

As Engineering Planner, you will work with the project team to update and maintain the feasibility study control schedule, run regular schedule look ahead meetings, provide schedule analysis and critical path reviews.

You will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of the baseline schedule for the execution engineering phase which will be a continuation of the feasibility study, performing schedule integrations, preparing work logic, identifying restraints and potential impacts, developing recovery plans, and evaluating subconsultant schedules for improvements.

You will be instrumental in ensuring the project stays on track and on time. 

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Develops and prepares the Engineering progress and performance tool for the Execution phase. 
  • Ascertains that the correct scope of work is reflected on all schedules. 
  • Integrates Engineering interdisciplinary schedule requirements and constraints to establish logical work sequences for assigned disciplines or specialties. Works with the performing entities to coordinate work sequences with the overall project plan. 
  • Establishes and implements methods for determining activity durations for engineering activities. Documents assumptions for basis of durations. 
  • Develops required job/hour expenditure and forecast curves for the project. Assists in determining leveling decisions and person-hours review. 
  • Performs person-hour loading for project schedule. Updates schedule at regular intervals with actual and forecast values for person-hours.
  • Other responsibilities as designated.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10  years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Experience in L1, L3 and L5 schedule development and scheduling in at least 1 Bechtel (or similar Engineering Consultancy company) project. 
  • Previous experience in monitoring and reviewing subcontractor schedule related deliverables and conducting impact analysis for any changes in execution plan. 
  • Skilled in oral and written communication. 
  • Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start-up work processes, as performed by Bechtel. 
  • Knowledge of and experience working in an EPCM environment. 
  • Skilled in usage of Primavera and other industry recognised tools for planning and scheduling. 

Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer & commit to respond to every applicant. 

Total Rewards/Benefits

There are many reasons why choosing to join Bechtel is one of the best career decisions you will ever make. In addition to working with talented, dedicated people and having the opportunity to play an integral role in stimulating and challenging local and international projects, Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live a healthy life.

With a market aligned salary package and annual discretionary performance bonus scheme in place, employee wellbeing is also at the centre of our business - promoted through our strong health and safety focus and private health cover including access to a leading employee assistance program.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com


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