Project Planner
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Job Location:
Sioux Falls, SD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title:
Project PlannerBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
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Project Planner
KBR has an immediate need for a dynamic Project Planner in support of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation & Science (EROS) Center ( near Sioux Falls SD ().
Position Summary
The Project Planner is a key member of the Task Planning and Controls Office (TPCO) which is responsible for the planning and execution of all task order-based projects under theTechnical Support Services Contract (TSSC). The Project Planner collaborates with task managers to build resourceloaded schedules manage resource allocation for forecasting and cost reporting and ensure accurate data deliverable tracking and variance analysis for leadership decisions. The Project Planner also contributes to continuous process improvement initiatives and fosters collaboration across teams.
Key Responsibilities
Scheduling & Planning
- Develop and maintain work breakdown structures (WBSs) integrated schedules project milestones and deliverables
- Perform schedule analysis forecasting and critical path reporting
- Use Primavera P6 MS Project and agile tools (JIRA Confluence) for planning and execution
- Provide regular status updates to task managers and stakeholders
- Support scope definition and baseline management
- Apply resourceloaded scheduling to forecast labor materials and cost performance
Cost & Financial Reporting
- Support cost performance reporting using Deltek Cobra
- Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports and variance analysis
- Assist task managers with task plan preparation and modifications
- Track monthly deliverable status and project performance
- Track travel and non-labor costs
- Respond to project controls inquiries from customers and stakeholders
- Support Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and metrics
Process Improvement
- Contribute to the development and refinement of TPCO processes and procedures
- Support change control and compliance with agency standards and regulations
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in Project Management Engineering Finance or related field
- Minimum 1 year of experience in project management-related role
- Working knowledge of Primavera P6 Microsoft Project or equivalent software scheduling tool
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows environments
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Understanding of project management principles and financial reporting
- Familiarity with agile methodology and tools (Kanban JIRA)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential
- The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hiring to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account
Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Key Skills
- Primavera
- Primavera P6
- Transportation Planning
- Smartsheet
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Project Coordination
- Technical Support
