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Sargent &lundy

Senior Project Controls and Scheduling - Planner/Scheduler

Company : Sargent &lundy

Location : Chattanooga, TN, 37402

Job Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 7 January 2026

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management and site personnel for the development of detailed integrated schedules for the engineering, procurement and construction scopes of work associated with nuclear power generation projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, and under the direction of the project lead, you will perform the following tasks:

  • Implement project controls tools and methodology
  • Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices
  • Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required
  • Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
  • Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.
  • Support month end closing and phase gate processes
  • Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.
  • Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports
  • Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs
  • Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making
  • Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software, including resource loading experience
  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
  • 7 or more years of project experience
  • Post-secondary graduate
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
  • Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.
  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
  • i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent
  • ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
  • iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training
  • Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$95,840.00 - $147,870.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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Frequently asked questions

In nuclear power projects, this role demands a deep understanding of integrated schedules covering engineering, procurement, and construction. The planner must ensure schedules align with strict safety and regulatory standards, requiring expertise in Primavera P6 and effective stakeholder communication to manage complex timelines.

Senior professionals bring over seven years of experience with advanced Primavera P6 proficiency, including resource loading and critical path analysis. They excel at risk management, schedule contingency, and producing detailed reports that guide high-stakes decisions, unlike entry-level planners focused on routine scheduling tasks.

Certifications such as AACE CST, CCP, or PMI equivalents are highly regarded locally, especially within the power industry. Candidates progressing toward CCP, CEP, or PSP demonstrate commitment to industry best practices, increasing employability in Chattanooga’s competitive energy sector.

Chattanooga’s growing energy sector creates steady demand for seasoned planners, but competition remains tight due to a limited talent pool with nuclear project experience. Professionals with strong Primavera P6 skills and industry certifications stand out amid local candidates.

Balancing remote and on-site collaboration requires mastering virtual communication tools while maintaining real-time schedule accuracy. Coordinating with diverse teams across locations, particularly in nuclear projects, demands flexibility without compromising project control standards.

Sargent & Lundy emphasizes a hybrid work model with award-winning benefits, fostering a supportive culture. Their focus on nuclear power projects offers planners exposure to complex schedules and advanced project controls, combined with opportunities for professional development and cross-functional collaboration.

Yes, the company prioritizes integrated project schedules developed with Primavera P6, emphasizing critical path method (CPM) analysis and contingency management. These approaches ensure alignment with client procedures and nuclear industry standards for timely project delivery.

Compensation typically ranges between $95,840 and $147,870 annually, reflecting expertise in Primavera P6, extensive project experience, and the nuclear industry focus. This salary is competitive locally and includes comprehensive benefits tailored to promote work-life balance.

Daily tasks involve developing detailed integrated schedules, monitoring performance against baselines, conducting critical path and risk analyses, and producing high-quality reports for project teams. Effective communication with engineering, procurement, and construction stakeholders is essential for success.

Occasional travel to client offices for coordination meetings is expected but limited. This ensures direct collaboration with key stakeholders while maintaining the hybrid work balance typical for this Chattanooga-based position.

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