Senior Project Controls and Scheduling - Planner/Scheduler
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Englewood, CO, 80012
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Description
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, allowing you to work remotely for two days.
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
- 5 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
$82,380.00 - $125,860.00Transparency 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
Expertise in Primavera P6's resource loading, critical path analysis, and integrated schedule development is crucial. Mastery of these tools enables precise monitoring of nuclear power project timelines and effective stakeholder communication, enhancing project delivery success in technically demanding environments like Englewood.
This position actively identifies and manages project risks by analyzing schedule contingencies and collaborating with stakeholders. Through proactive schedule adjustments and detailed performance reporting, it mitigates potential delays, ensuring nuclear project milestones stay on track.
Obtaining certifications like AACE CCP or PMI credentials significantly enhances credibility and technical competence. They open doors to advanced project controls roles, improve understanding of earned value management, and often translate into better compensation and leadership opportunities within the power industry.
Navigating complex nuclear project schedules requires balancing strict regulatory standards and client expectations. Additionally, adapting to a hybrid work model while coordinating between remote teams and on-site personnel demands strong communication and meticulous organizational skills.
The company’s commitment to work-life balance and continuous learning fosters an environment where planners are encouraged to refine their technical skills and collaborate openly. This culture supports delivering high-quality schedule reports while maintaining employee well-being.
Annual compensation typically falls between $82,380 and $125,860, reflecting the specialized project management expertise required. This range considers local market demand, technical proficiency with tools like Primavera P6, and experience within the nuclear power sector.
While national certifications like AACE or PMI are highly valued, familiarity with regional project management standards and participation in Colorado-based power industry workshops can enhance local networking and demonstrate commitment to community-specific regulatory nuances.
Englewood benefits from a niche market focused on energy and engineering projects, making project controls roles moderately competitive. Compared to Denver or Boulder, demand is steady but with fewer applicants, offering a strategic advantage for candidates with specialized nuclear project experience.
Daily activities include crafting integrated schedules, performing critical path analyses, coordinating with engineering and procurement teams, and producing detailed reports. The role demands balancing technical scheduling with active communication among project leads to ensure alignment and risk mitigation.
Proficiency in creating dynamic spreadsheets, pivot tables, and relational databases enables the efficient tracking of project metrics and schedule actuals. These skills support precise data analysis and reporting, essential for informed decision-making on complex power generation projects.