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Resource Planner jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, construction, government, and logistics, from entry-level coordinator to senior and director roles, with specializations in capacity planning, workforce scheduling, and project resource allocation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Pleasanton
Position Summary:
Coordinates and assembles work and resource plans that align with the budget plan. Monitors weekly and annual execution of the work plan by the Transmission and Distribution execution organizations. Understands the effectiveness of, and recommend improvements in business process, practice and procedures as they relate to the identification of known work and work management data quality in the various work management systems. May work closely with the GO Business Finance team to monitor and reallocate budget between programs and maintain and overall view of budget performance.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs
PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.
A reasonable salary range is:
Bay Area Minimum: $102,000.
Bay Area Maximum: $152,000.
&/OR
California Minimum: $97,000.
California Maximum: $144,000.
Job Responsibilities:
Depending on role, may be responsible for any or all of the following:
- Supports the establishment of a baseline strategic approach to work plan execution. Runs regular reports from multiple data sources to analyze available resources and compare against resource demand by work category.
- Supports the development of contingency plans with stakeholders to assure work readiness if work and financial plans require adjustment.
- Highlights issues such as actual cost or resource data outside of plan. Determines how and where to obtain further information from systems or stakeholders to investigate and determine cause of variance. May independently reach out to stakeholders to explore performance variances and causes.
- Partners with peers and stakeholders to develop integrated work plans, project plan updates and presentation materials for regular work and budget meetings.
- Participates on special initiative project teams and, on occasion, may take on a team leadership role on specific
- Presents findings and makes recommendations to function management
- May also perform some or all of the following responsibilities:
o Tracks and reports on work progression, monitors execution of work plans and updates portfolios for short- and long-term planning. Ensures work plan is transparent and well communicated.
o Complete understanding of end to end process (workflow) knowledge of at least one work stream.
o Evaluates the associated costs and resources needed to execute work plans.
Qualifications :Minimum :
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, business administration or comparable quantitative field or equivalent related work experience
- 5 years of relevant work experience with steady progression of responsibilities
- Proficient to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Utility, energy or regulatory industry experience
- Advanced understanding of the utility or energy industry drivers, issues and trends.
- Advanced knowledge of long-term strategic resource/operational planning theories, concepts, practices, methods and techniques
- Advanced data analysis, benchmarking, monitoring and business/financial analysis skills including knowledge of varied analytical methods.
- Analytical problem solving and decision-making skills to develop comprehensive solutions.
- Advanced oral and written communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Adaptable to changing business conditions and ambiguity.
- Advanced knowledge of business and work planning processes. ((e.g., Units, activities, systems, etc.).
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Visual Basic Applications (VBA), Business Objects or similar software
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio, Visual Basic Applications (VBA) or similar software.
- e.g., Units, Maintenance Activity Type (MAT) Codes, Provider Cost Center
Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Pleasanton
Position Summary:
Coordinates and assembles work and resource plans that align with the budget plan. Monitors weekly and annual execution of the work plan by the Transmission and Distribution execution organizations. Understands the effectiveness of, and recommend improvements in business process, practice and procedures as they relate to the identification of known work and work management data quality in the various work management systems. May work closely with the GO Business Finance team to monitor and reallocate budget between programs and maintain and overall view of budget performance.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs
PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.
A reasonable salary range is:
Bay Area Minimum: $102,000.
Bay Area Maximum: $152,000.
&/OR
California Minimum: $97,000.
California Maximum: $144,000.
Job Responsibilities:
Depending on role, may be responsible for any or all of the following:
- Supports the establishment of a baseline strategic approach to work plan execution. Runs regular reports from multiple data sources to analyze available resources and compare against resource demand by work category.
- Supports the development of contingency plans with stakeholders to assure work readiness if work and financial plans require adjustment.
- Highlights issues such as actual cost or resource data outside of plan. Determines how and where to obtain further information from systems or stakeholders to investigate and determine cause of variance. May independently reach out to stakeholders to explore performance variances and causes.
- Partners with peers and stakeholders to develop integrated work plans, project plan updates and presentation materials for regular work and budget meetings.
- Participates on special initiative project teams and, on occasion, may take on a team leadership role on specific
- Presents findings and makes recommendations to function management
- May also perform some or all of the following responsibilities:
o Tracks and reports on work progression, monitors execution of work plans and updates portfolios for short- and long-term planning. Ensures work plan is transparent and well communicated.
o Complete understanding of end to end process (workflow) knowledge of at least one work stream.
o Evaluates the associated costs and resources needed to execute work plans.
Qualifications :Minimum :
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, business administration or comparable quantitative field or equivalent related work experience
- 5 years of relevant work experience with steady progression of responsibilities
- Proficient to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Utility, energy or regulatory industry experience
- Advanced understanding of the utility or energy industry drivers, issues and trends.
- Advanced knowledge of long-term strategic resource/operational planning theories, concepts, practices, methods and techniques
- Advanced data analysis, benchmarking, monitoring and business/financial analysis skills including knowledge of varied analytical methods.
- Analytical problem solving and decision-making skills to develop comprehensive solutions.
- Advanced oral and written communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Adaptable to changing business conditions and ambiguity.
- Advanced knowledge of business and work planning processes. ((e.g., Units, activities, systems, etc.).
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Visual Basic Applications (VBA), Business Objects or similar software
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Project, Visio, Visual Basic Applications (VBA) or similar software.
- e.g., Units, Maintenance Activity Type (MAT) Codes, Provider Cost Center
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in resource planner jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or a related field
- Proficiency in ERP or workforce management software such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Experience building and maintaining resource forecasting models or capacity plans
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and scheduling
- Ability to coordinate across multiple departments, project managers, or functional leads simultaneously
- Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, PMP, or similar frameworks
Tips for Your Resource Planner Job Search
Quantify capacity and scheduling achievements
Hiring managers for resource planner roles want numbers, not vague claims. Replace 'managed scheduling' with specific outcomes like reduced idle time, improved utilization rates, or how many projects or staff you coordinated simultaneously. Those figures do the work your title alone cannot.
List the planning tools you know
Resource planner postings frequently screen for proficiency in ERP systems, project management platforms, and workforce scheduling software. Name each tool explicitly on your resume rather than grouping them under 'planning software,' because many applicant tracking systems filter on exact tool names.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists resource planner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Getting your application in during the first week of a posting significantly improves your chances of an early interview slot.
Filter postings by industry vertical
Resource planning looks different in construction than in healthcare or IT. When searching, narrow by industry so you target roles where your domain experience translates directly. A construction scheduler applying to a hospital workforce planner role needs to address that gap explicitly in a cover letter.
Prepare a scenario answer for conflicting priorities
Almost every resource planner interview includes a question about handling competing demands from multiple project owners or departments. Prepare a specific story using the situation, action, and result format, because a concrete example beats a theoretical answer every time in this role.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify the number of projects, departments, or staff you will be responsible for before accepting. Resource planner workloads vary enormously between employers, and misaligned scope expectations are a leading reason new hires leave within the first year.
Resource Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most resource planners?
The companies hiring the most resource planners right now include HDR, Menzies Aviation, and Pacific Gas and Electric, with the largest share of openings in Colorado, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in healthcare systems, large construction firms, and enterprise technology organizations.
How many resource planner jobs are remote?
About 67% of resource planner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in IT and software project planning roles. Positions tied to physical operations, such as construction scheduling or manufacturing capacity planning, are more likely to require on-site presence at least part of the week.
How do you become a resource planner?
Start with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field, then gain hands-on experience coordinating schedules, budgets, or staffing in an analyst or coordinator role. Build proficiency in at least one ERP or workforce management platform. Many planners also pursue a PMP certification or similar credential to advance into senior positions.
Can you get a resource planner job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level resource planner roles exist, particularly in government agencies, healthcare systems, and large manufacturers that hire junior planners and train them on internal tools. Highlight any experience managing schedules, coordinating teams, or working in Excel-heavy analytical roles. Internships in operations, supply chain, or project support are strong starting points that hiring managers recognize.
What does the resource planner interview process look like?
Most resource planner interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a recruiter screen covering your background and tool experience. The second involves a hiring manager or team lead asking behavioral and scenario-based questions about handling competing priorities or capacity shortfalls. Some employers add a practical exercise, such as building a simple resource plan or reviewing a scheduling conflict case.
Where can I find and apply to resource planner jobs?
You can find and apply to resource planner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits your situation.
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