Senior Planner – Project Controls

Hitachi

. Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project planning and controls, utilizing Primavera P6 and other planning tools to develop and maintain project schedules. Proficient in earned value management, schedule risk assessment, and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Primavera P6 ProficiencyProject SchedulingEarned Value ManagementSchedule Risk AssessmentChange Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningEarned Value AnalysisCritical Path MethodTime Impact AssessmentsSchedule Performance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectMicrosoft ExcelPower BIDeltek Acumen

Industry Keywords

Project ControlsConstruction ManagementEngineeringComplianceProject Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools
Coordinate and manage planning activities across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning functions
Monitor schedule performance through earned value management and forecasting techniques
Integrate cost and schedule information to support comprehensive project reporting
Identify schedule risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation actions
Collaborate with project teams to gather progress information and maintain accurate project updates
Prepare dashboards, schedule metrics, and executive-level reports for project stakeholders
Support change management activities and claims evaluation through time impact assessments
Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
8 to 10 years of experience in project planning and project controls
Proficiency with Primavera P6 project scheduling software
Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Deltek Acumen
Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM), Earned Value Analysis (EVA), and schedule risk assessment methodologies
Experience managing schedules for large and complex projects
Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, customers, and stakeholders at multiple levels
Experience presenting project status, forecasts, and planning information to management and project stakeholders
Successful completion of applicable pre-employment background and security checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
Access to learning platforms and career development programs
Competitive health and retirement benefits
Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare programs
401(k) program with company match and contribution opportunities
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance programs
Family care benefits, including legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, special needs, and adoption assistance programs
Employee Resource Groups and tuition reimbursement opportunities