Short Description:
Bowman has an opportunity for a Planner/Scheduler VI, Oil & Gas to join our team in Houston, TX.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Overview:
Provide technical and non-technical support to all project activities with respect to planning/scheduling, resource loading/leveling, and schedule baseline variance analysis for all projects.
Responsibilities:
Competencies:
- Project Controls
- Project Scheduling & Reporting
- Management of Change
- Progress Measurement and Earned Value
Responsibilities:
- Expert with standard planning and scheduling methodologies and tools.
- Prepare plans and schedules for large and complex projects or multiple projects.
- Obtain Project Team buy-in/approval of all documented schedule assumptions and
baselines.
- Ensure all changes to schedule baselines are approved prior to execution, as necessary.
- Provide timely and accurate schedule updates based on input/coordination with the Project
Team.
- Facilitate planning workshops to define project schedule activity scope, relationships, and
dependencies.
- Creation, assignment, and maintenance of schedule EPS, WBS, Activity Calendars, Activity Codes,
Global Changes, and Resources
- Review, challenge, and incorporate external supplier/contractor schedules into the Master
Integrated Schedule.
- Validate schedule forecast accuracy, productivity, and produce variance analysis
documentation.
- Provide all necessary inputs for and actively participate in Cost and Schedule Risk Assessments
(CSRA).
- Assess schedule irregularities/trends to suggest acceleration opportunities and corrective
actions.
- Responsible for project progress measurement including reporting and schedule
integration.
- Develop and implement planning/scheduling processes and procedures.
- Develop and maintain schedule benchmarking system.
- Coach and mentor junior Planner/Schedulers in industry best practices/processes.
- Lead a team of schedulers across multiple projects/programs.
- Coordinate with and foster open lines of communication amongst all Project Team
members.
- Strive for continuous improvement across all areas of work.
- Other duties as required.
Success Metrics and Competencies:
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
- Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
- Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
- Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or Technical required.
- Seven or more (7+) years of experience.
- Project management certification preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of project control functions, ERP systems and tools such as MS Dynamics 365, MS
- Project, Primavera P6 Professional, and Power BI.
- Experience with Omega 365 Pims preferred.
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
- High level of personal integrity.
- Strong relationship capabilities.
- High levels of creativity, persistence, curiosity, and enthusiasm.
- The candidate should be a self-starter, possess strong analytical skills, and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office).
- Proficient in both written and spoken English.
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
- Partially indoor professional office environment which may include exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
- Mobility around an office environment.
- Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
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About Bowman:
Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
Job Description Disclaimer:
Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.
