Work Planning and Scheduling Analyst 3 4P/405

Experience Level: 10–15 Years
Location: Bucks, AL
Client- Alabama Power

Contract- 1 Year

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Work Planning & Scheduling Analyst to lead the strategic planning, coordination, and optimization of work schedules across utility operations and capital projects. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring efficient resource allocation, compliance with project timelines, and alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

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  Strategic Planning & Scheduling

  
  
  
  
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    Leverage 10+ years of experience to develop, optimize, and oversee comprehensive work plans and schedules across multiple projects.

    
    
  
  
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    Ensure alignment of scheduling strategies with industry best practices, regulatory standards, and company objectives.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Cross-Functional Collaboration

  
  
  
  
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    Partner with engineering, project management, operations, and field teams to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.

    
    
  
  
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    Coordinate logistics and resource allocation to drive project execution.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Analytics & Reporting

  
  
  
  
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    Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for planning and scheduling performance.

    
    
  
  
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    Provide insights and recommendations to support data-driven decision-making at a strategic level.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Documentation & Compliance

  
  
  
  
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    Maintain detailed records of schedules, work plans, and resource allocation.

    
    
  
  
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    Ensure all documentation meets compliance requirements and serves as a reliable reference for audits and reporting.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Systems & Tools

  
  
  
  
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    Test, validate, and improve scheduling systems and software tools to ensure compliance with specifications.

    
    
  
  
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    Provide expert training and guidance to end users, promoting effective and independent use of scheduling platforms.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Continuous Improvement

  
  
  
  
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    Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry trends.

    
    
  
  
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    Drive initiatives for innovation and continuous improvement in planning and scheduling practices.

    
    
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

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  Education:

  
  
  
  
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    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Experience:

  
  
  
  
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    10–15 years in work planning and scheduling, with a proven track record of optimizing processes and resource allocation.

    
    
  
  
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    Utility, energy, or industrial project experience strongly preferred.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Technical Skills:

  
  
  
  
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    Proficiency in scheduling and project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Maximo, SAP).

    
    
  
  
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    Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel/Power BI capabilities.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Professional Skills:

  
  
  
  
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    Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities for collaboration across all levels of the organization.

    
    
  
  
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    Strong leadership in mentoring and training staff.

    
    
  
  
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    Advanced understanding of project management principles and methodologies.