Senior Manager, Project Planning & Scheduling

Vantage Data Centers

. Develop and lead the North American Planning & Scheduling function within Construction Delivery .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Arizona • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Construction Planning and Scheduling, with a strong focus on developing and leading planning standards, methodologies, and governance processes. Proficient in utilizing Primavera P6 and advanced schedule analytics to optimize project forecasting and performance.

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Primavera P6 ExpertiseConstruction PlanningSchedule AnalyticsLeadership in Project ControlsRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningScheduling MethodologiesSchedule OptimizationWork Breakdown StructuresSchedule IntegrationForecastingKPI DevelopmentContingency PlanningSchedule Risk AssessmentPerformance Reporting

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Reporting PlatformsSchedule DatabasesPredictive Planning ToolsExecutive Dashboards

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProject ManagementCommissioning ProcessesTurnover ProcessesPortfolio Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead the North American Planning & Scheduling function within Construction Delivery
Establish planning standards, scheduling methodologies, governance processes, and best practices across all projects
Drive consistency in development, construction, commissioning, and turnover schedules
Ensure schedule integration across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and customer delivery activities
Lead portfolio-wide schedule reviews and executive schedule governance processes
Support schedule development, optimization, and recovery planning
Create and maintain schedule databases using historical project data
Implement standardized Work Breakdown Structures, Schedule of Values, and planning frameworks
Maintain portfolio-level schedules and project-specific schedules and milestone plans
Use schedule analytics to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance improvements
Develop predictive planning tools to improve project forecasting and schedule certainty
Develop executive dashboards and schedule performance reports
Establish KPIs and schedule health metrics
Lead schedule risk assessments, contingency planning, and recovery strategy development
Partner with cross-functional teams to identify schedule impacts and implement mitigation strategies
Build, lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners and schedulers
Establish career development pathways and training programs
Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Architecture, or related field required
10+ years of experience in construction planning, scheduling, project controls, or project management
5+ years of leadership experience managing planning, scheduling, or project controls teams
Experience leading scheduling programs across multiple concurrent projects
Strong expertise in Primavera P6 and enterprise reporting platforms required
Expert knowledge of project planning and scheduling principles
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, project execution, commissioning, and turnover processes
Advanced schedule analytics, forecasting, and risk management capabilities
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive leadership
Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills
Approximately 50% travel expected
Ability to occasionally perform physical activities including standing, walking, sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping or kneeling, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Above market total compensation package
Comprehensive suite of health and welfare benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations
Recognition programs
Training and development opportunities