|
Position Title
Senior Planner/Scheduler
Location: Richmond, KY
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Security Requirement: Must be able to obtain clearance Job Summary
The Senior Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules to support the safe and efficient execution of the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) project at the Blue Grass Army Depot. This role supports the Department of Defense's Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA) Program, which oversees the destruction of the U.S. chemical weapons stockpile. The Senior Planner/Scheduler will integrate schedules across disciplines, identify risks, analyze critical paths, and provide schedule performance insights to management. This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a site-specific clearance for access to restricted areas at the Blue Grass Army Depot. Employees must meet reliability and safety standards under Army Regulations, including the Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (CPRP) and Unescorted Access Program (UAP). Job Responsibilities
Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules in Primavera P6
Integrate schedule activities across disciplines, departments, and functions
Coordinate with all project teams to ensure understanding of schedule requirements and priorities
Identify schedule restraints, dependencies, and inter-discipline interfaces that affect project timelines
Monitor and report on critical path activities and overall schedule performance
Conduct schedule analysis and identify problem areas; propose corrective actions and alternatives
Lead the development and review of schedule recovery plans, including evaluation of additional resources or cost impacts
Support project management by identifying construction schedule-related cost trends and potential delays
Collaborate with project controls and field leadership to align execution strategies with schedule objectives
Ensure all scheduling practices comply with established project and corporate standards
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 10-13 years of related professional experience, or high school diploma/equivalent with 14-17 years of relevant experience
U.S. citizenship required to obtain facility-specific clearance
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
Required Knowledge and Skills
Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 scheduling software
Experience in schedule development, critical path analysis, and performance measurement
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and under pressure while meeting tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to integrate, analyze, and report on complex project data
Preferred Qualifications
Construction experience on large, complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects
Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) on EPC projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to recommend and implement corrective actions
Flexibility to respond to urgent requests and shifting project priorities
Additional Job Details
This position is located at the Blue Grass Army Depot and supports the Parsons Blue Grass team as part of the Assembled Chemical Weapons Alternatives (ACWA) program.
The project involves the safe destruction of 523 tons of mustard and nerve agents through chemical neutralization and supercritical water oxidation technologies.
Candidates must be physically fit and able to work safely within an operating chemical destruction facility.
Employment requires participation in random drug and alcohol testing.
Surety and Access Requirements
This position is designated as both a Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (CPRP) and an Unescorted Access Position (UAP) under Army Regulation 50-6 (Chemical Surety). As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete and maintain:
Personnel security investigation
Urinalysis testing
Medical examination and respiratory screening
Personnel suitability and reliability evaluations
|