4-D Planner

Bechtel Corporation•Town of Clay, NY

10d•$78,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

The 4D / SYNCHRO Planner supports project planning, construction sequencing, and digital construction execution by developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated 4D models using SYNCHRO 4D and related planning tools. As a subject matter expert in 4D planning, this role bridges project controls scheduling, BIM, and construction execution by integrating schedules with 3D design models to improve constructability, execution planning, stakeholder communication, risk identification, and progress performance. The role works closely with project controls, construction, engineering, field supervision, digital delivery, and project management teams to produce accurate and actionable 4D planning deliverables that support schedule certainty, construction sequencing, interface management, and project execution performance. The position is with Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology Business Unit, which is designing, building, and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, New York. The role is based at the project work location and has a full-time office/project telework designation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field and 2–5 years of relevant experience; alternatively, 6–9 years of relevant work experience.
Demonstrated experience with SYNCHRO 4D or similar 4D planning software.
Proficiency in SYNCHRO 4D Pro (2026 or a recent version), including troubleshooting complex issues.
Proficiency in Navisworks Manage to monitor, maintain, extract, and synchronize 3D model files with SYNCHRO 4D Pro.
Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes as performed by Bechtel.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to take initiative on project-related tasks and coordinate with stakeholders.
Ability to multitask and prioritize workload to ensure effective project delivery.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
Demonstrated understanding of project controls core processes and procedures, including cost control, planning, risk analysis, estimating, trend reporting, and information management.
Experience working in field or jobsite-based positions on EPC mega projects.
Proficiency in Primavera P6 version 22 or newer.
Ability to support innovation and digital transformation initiatives in project controls and construction planning.
Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to management and clients.
Experience with digital quantity surveying and visualization tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing 4D planning standards, workflows, templates, or governance documents.
Experience implementing 4D planning on semiconductor, manufacturing, data center, infrastructure, or other large EPC projects.
Experience integrating field progress data into 4D models for construction status visualization and forecasting.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update 4D construction models in SYNCHRO 4D Pro by linking approved project schedules with 3D models.
Integrate schedule activities with model elements to visualize construction sequence, workface planning, installation logic, and project execution strategy.
Develop baseline, forecast, recovery, and what-if scenario simulations to evaluate execution strategies and support management decisions.
Support schedule reviews by identifying logic gaps, sequencing issues, access constraints, interface conflicts, and constructability concerns.
Provide visual schedule analysis to support mitigation planning, recovery plans, and project management decisions.
Contribute visual insight to schedule risk discussions, including critical paths, near-critical activities, congestion, and execution constraints.
Lead 4D planning and constructability workshops with project stakeholders to optimize sequencing, identify constraints, and improve execution readiness.
Support integration with Primavera P6, Navisworks, BIM platforms, reporting tools, and project data environments.
Monitor schedules, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties.