Senior Level Planner Jobs
Senior level planner jobs put experienced professionals in charge of long-range planning decisions, cross-functional project ownership, and the teams or workstreams that deliver results. Openings concentrate across Technology & Software, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like Oracle, Perkins Eastman, and JPMorganChase hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Leads the development and optimization of complex project schedules to ensure successful and timely project delivery across multiple programs or portfolios. Partners with leadership and diverse cross-functional teams to align advanced planning and scheduling strategies with enterprise-wide priorities and long-range resource planning. Evaluates and synthesizes project performance metrics to identify trends, anticipate high-impact risks, and recommend strategic adjustments for optimal outcomes. Facilitates planning practices, including MAP, pull, and phase planning sessions, and collaborates with the Short Interval Planning (SIP) process to improve workflow reliability and schedule predictability. Integrates visual planning methodologies and model-based workflows to enhance communication, coordination, and predictability across project teams and phases. Champions leading practices in planning and scheduling, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence at the organizational level. Supports organizational planning and scheduling function growth by collaborating across projects, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of excellence in project planning and scheduling.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develops & maintains comprehensive project schedules and visual planning strategies for complex, multi-phase, or enterprise-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic organizational objectives.
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Collaborates with project teams, external partners, and other stakeholders to resolve highly complex scheduling challenges and optimize enterprise resource allocation.
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Analyzes and synthesizes project data and performance indicators to forecast systemic risks, develop robust mitigation strategies, and drive strategic decision-making.
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Communicates schedule status, critical path updates, and potential impacts to executive leadership and key stakeholders with authority and strategic insight.
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Ensures enterprise-wide compliance with advanced scheduling standards, methodologies, and documentation requirements.
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Leads post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
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Supports MAP and pull planning sessions; provides support for phase planning and Schedule Integration Planning (SIP); prepares schedules and supporting inputs for Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and Planning Risk Workshops; and documents the overall planning, sequencing, and risk mitigation approach in a schedule management plan.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
6 - 8 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or a related field required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification preferred.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
INTRODUCTION
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Leads the development and optimization of complex project schedules to ensure successful and timely project delivery across multiple programs or portfolios. Partners with leadership and diverse cross-functional teams to align advanced planning and scheduling strategies with enterprise-wide priorities and long-range resource planning. Evaluates and synthesizes project performance metrics to identify trends, anticipate high-impact risks, and recommend strategic adjustments for optimal outcomes. Facilitates planning practices, including MAP, pull, and phase planning sessions, and collaborates with the Short Interval Planning (SIP) process to improve workflow reliability and schedule predictability. Integrates visual planning methodologies and model-based workflows to enhance communication, coordination, and predictability across project teams and phases. Champions leading practices in planning and scheduling, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence at the organizational level. Supports organizational planning and scheduling function growth by collaborating across projects, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of excellence in project planning and scheduling.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Develops & maintains comprehensive project schedules and visual planning strategies for complex, multi-phase, or enterprise-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic organizational objectives.
-
Collaborates with project teams, external partners, and other stakeholders to resolve highly complex scheduling challenges and optimize enterprise resource allocation.
-
Analyzes and synthesizes project data and performance indicators to forecast systemic risks, develop robust mitigation strategies, and drive strategic decision-making.
-
Communicates schedule status, critical path updates, and potential impacts to executive leadership and key stakeholders with authority and strategic insight.
-
Ensures enterprise-wide compliance with advanced scheduling standards, methodologies, and documentation requirements.
-
Leads post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
-
Supports MAP and pull planning sessions; provides support for phase planning and Schedule Integration Planning (SIP); prepares schedules and supporting inputs for Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and Planning Risk Workshops; and documents the overall planning, sequencing, and risk mitigation approach in a schedule management plan.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
6 - 8 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or a related field required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification preferred.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
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Who's Hiring
- Oracle11
- Perkins Eastman4
- JPMorganChase2
- BlackRock Resources2
- HDR1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software13
- Construction & Real Estate11
- Manufacturing4
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
Senior Level Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level planner job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led planning cycles end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrate that you have owned forecasts, driven process improvements, and influenced decisions at a leadership level. A portfolio of outcomes you directed, experience mentoring junior planners, and fluency with enterprise planning tools will set you apart from mid-level applicants.
Which companies hire senior level planners?
Companies hiring senior level planners right now include Oracle, Perkins Eastman, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, government agencies, and established consulting firms that run complex, multi-year planning functions and need experienced professionals to lead them.
Are there remote senior level planner jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 10% of senior level planner openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects growing employer comfort with distributed planning leadership. Roles in strategy, supply chain, and financial planning tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions tied to physical operations or government agencies are more likely to require on-site presence.
What makes a planner role senior level?
Senior level planner roles are defined by ownership and scope. Where a mid-level planner executes within a defined process, a senior planner sets the approach, resolves ambiguity, and is accountable for outcomes across a function or business unit. These roles typically involve leading other planners, partnering with executives, and driving improvements to planning systems, tools, or methodologies rather than simply following them.
Which industries hire the most senior level planners?
Senior level planner roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because their planning functions are large, complex, and high-stakes, requiring experienced professionals who can manage uncertainty, align cross-functional stakeholders, and translate long-range strategy into executable plans.