Principal Planner Scheduler

Work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Quality, and Finance to ensure accurate and timely schedule input.

Facilitate cross‑functional planning meetings and schedule coordination workshops.

Present schedule status, plans during project reviews and steering committees.

Act as the interface with customers, partners, and key suppliers for schedule negotiations or alignment activities.

Perform periodic schedule health checks, integrity verification, and schedule risk analysis.

Identify opportunities, deviations, and risks and propose recovery plans or optimizations.

Generate high‑quality reports, dashboards, milestones tracking sheets, variance analysis, and performance indicators for project leadership.

Support Earned Value Management (EVM) activities by ensuring accurate integration between schedule and cost data.

Ensure proper use of scheduling software ( Primavera P6, ), templates, and compliance with Framatome process.

Establish and maintain schedule baselines and lead baseline change control processes.

Drive consistency across all sub‑schedules and guarantee configuration management of versions and updates.

Provide proactive insights to help anticipate issues in procurement, manufacturing, or construction sequences.

Contribute to project strategy by modelling alternatives, identifying constraints, and proposing optimization paths.

Support claims management by preparing documented schedule evidence and time impact analyses.

Minimum 8 years of experience in project scheduling in large industrial, EPC, nuclear, energy, or infrastructure projects.

Strong expertise with Primavera P6 (mandatory) and advanced planning methodologies.

Demonstrated ability to manage and develop a team of schedulers.

Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure on large, complex projects.

Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to challenge stakeholders constructively.

in integrated project management environments and Earned Value Management is a plus.

Ability to guide strategic decisions through proactive planning insights.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• Expert understanding of planning and scheduling concepts.
• Comprehension of nuclear power plant systems, components and interrelated activities.
• Excellent communication skills to comprehend, follow direction and convey detailed technical data.
• Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to adjust schedules based on changing priorities.
• Awareness of internal and external stakeholders to ensure complete work package inputs and definition.
• Experience supporting large and complex projects.

• Salary: $109,000 - $148,000 , and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
• Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

Framatome has been shaping the future of nuclear energy in the U.S. for more than 60 years.

Framatome Inc. is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, with more than 2,400+ employees across North America supporting nearly every nuclear plant in the nation.

From our facilities in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and beyond, we deliver outage services, advanced nuclear fuel technologies, and next-gen reactor innovations that keep the lights on.

At Framatome, you will join a global team committed to creating reliable, carbon-free energy.

Here, you can:

• Solve complex nuclear challenges that directly impact the climate.
• Build your career through technical fellowships, leadership roles, and global opportunities.
• Do your best work in a culture that values safety, innovation, and well-being.

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable).

Positions may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control regulations; applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A ).