Execution Planning Manager

Zachry Group • Houston, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Execution Planning Manager leads the creation of execution plans during project proposal periods and, after project award, leads their development and alignment with the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle. The role uses Zachry’s Project Execution Planning Process (ZPEPP®) to support effective project planning and execution, including implementation of the Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) process. The position may eventually follow an assigned project to the field in a leadership capacity, such as General Field Superintendent or AWP Manager.

The manager supervises Execution Planning Coordinators and supports their skill development and career growth. The role collaborates with project and corporate leadership and coordinates input from corporate support and operational groups to develop project execution strategies and plans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop the skill set and assist in the career development of supervised Execution Planning Coordinators.
• Collaborate with proposed Project and Corporate Leadership during the proposal period to develop the project execution strategy.
• Lead the development, creation, and compilation of project execution plan components from corporate support groups, including safety and quality, and operational groups, including engineering, procurement, and construction.
• Initiate and assist in developing a project timeline during the proposal period as the basis for the project engineering, procurement, construction, and start-up (EPCS) schedule.
• Implement the AWP process to create the Work Breakdown Structure.
• Organize and present the proposal execution plan to the project team before proposal submission.
• Monitor and lead the development of project constructability and best-practice strategies through lessons learned collected from site audits and communication workshops.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED