RISINGSUN TECHNOLOGIES · 2 weeks ago
Planner / Scheduler II
Illinois, United States
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
5+ years expRISINGSUN TECHNOLOGIES is focused on delivering innovative solutions in energy and infrastructure. They are seeking a Planner / Scheduler II who will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and cost control across projects to drive successful execution and financial performance.
Information TechnologyOutsourcingProject ManagementQuality AssuranceStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build integrated tender schedules and cost estimates
Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets using approved cost and scheduling tools
Ensure compliance with global project controls standards and processes
Support Project Managers in aligning project budgets with “as sold” values in appropriate systems
Maintain and update project schedules and cost forecasts throughout the project lifecycle
Analyze schedule and cost trends; provide accurate forecasts to the project team
Maintain registers for schedule risks, cost risks, actual costs, and committed costs
Monitor cost movements and validate estimates against scope, progress, productivity, and prior forecasts
Communicate schedule and cost status, forecasts, and risks to functional cost owners and support mitigation actions
Provide internal and external project reporting on project status
Collaborate with third-party partners on project schedules and cost management
Present financial data transparently during project and management reviews
Prepare change order calculations to ensure accurate schedule and cost impacts
Update approved changes in relevant systems to maintain cost alignment
Coordinate with Finance to ensure reconciliation between approved project data and financial records
Support project close-out activities, claims, and tenders
Oversee planning activities and ensure high quality of project control reporting
Ensure accuracy of budgets, actuals, and forecasts
Drive cost-reduction strategies in collaboration with functional stakeholders
Ensure alignment with established standards (WBS, processes, procedures, tools)
Promote efficiency and effectiveness of the project cost control team where applicable
Comply with quality procedures, work instructions, and project controls processes
Identify, report, and resolve non-conformances in a timely manner
Identify opportunities for standardization and process optimization
Participate in Lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement initiatives
Demonstrate commitment to safety through active participation and engagement
Adhere to all safe working procedures and safety instructions
Participate in identifying and resolving safety issues
Initiate actions to improve health and safety where needed
Schedule quality
Cost forecasting accuracy
Schedule forecast accuracy
Overall cost and schedule performance
Timeliness and quality of reporting
Qualification
Required
US Citizen only
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience)
Deep domain expertise in project planning and Primavera
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong experience with planning tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project
Familiarity with cost management concepts, structures, and reporting
Understanding of cost tracking, variance analysis, and financial systems (e.g., ERP tools such as SAP)
Knowledge of invoice tracking and cost approval processes
Preferred
5+ years planning large, complex turnkey projects
Experience providing cost control on multiple large turnkey projects
Lead Planner experience on at least two turnkey projects
Strong understanding of cost control functions for complex projects
Experience with forensic schedule and cost analysis
Proven ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex project issues
Demonstrated project management and stakeholder engagement skills
Company
RISINGSUN TECHNOLOGIES
RisingSun Technologies provides on-demand IT staffing, training, business technology services, and outsourcing.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase