Planner
US$141,000 – US$203,500 / yr base salary
Posted 13 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Lead Planner”
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- Expected experience
- 10–17 yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$141,000 – US$203,500 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyBusiness, Construction Management, Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Requisition ID: 295670
- Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Various Work Locations USA, Reston, VA
- Salary Range: $140,800 - $203,700 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
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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.
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Project Overview:
We are looking for top talent to join the expanding Bechtel Renewables & Clean Power business line to deliver the latest in our long-term portfolio of natural gas fired combined cycle power projects. This project is a nominal 640MW single unit that will provide consistent electrical power to the regional grid. Bechtel is currently supporting our customer to define the scope and design basis for the project which will utilize advanced gas turbine technology to deliver reliable and responsive electric power generation. The position will initially be based in the Reston, VA office to support preconstruction and project planning activities, followed by a long-term field assignment at the project site in Sullivan County, Indiana upon mobilization.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will lead a team of planners and work with the project team to prepare schedule data for contract negotiations and project execution. The Lead Planner is responsible for schedule development, maintenance, forecasting and monitoring activities. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time. In addition to supervisory responsibilities, you will also have regular interfaces with senior internal and customer stakeholders. #LI-ML1