Work Face Planner

Zachry Group•Terrell, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Zachry is seeking an on-site Work Face Planner to facilitate the scoping, creation, and management of Installation Work Packages (IWPs) throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports safe, efficient, and productive construction by coordinating with Superintendents and integrating requirements across Engineering, Planning, Procurement, Safety, Quality, and Commissioning. It supports Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) implementation, project reporting, constraint management, and schedule alignment. The planner supports construction execution by developing and managing safe, efficient, constraint-free IWPs. This includes breaking Construction Work Packages (CWPs) into IWPs aligned with the Path of Construction; collaborating with Superintendents and stakeholders to reflect field conditions and discipline standards; supporting schedule updates, material tracking, and reporting; and driving continuous improvement through feedback and close-out reviews. The position involves work in offices, warehouses, and trailers or buildings at project sites, with regular site visits. The employee must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere in the United States. Zachry is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of experience in construction or project controls, including experience in work packaging and field planning.
Strong understanding of construction methods and discipline-specific execution.
Proficiency interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with project controls, safety regulations, and jurisdictional requirements.
Skill identifying and resolving execution risks and constraints.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction planning tools.
Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
Must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere within the United States.
Ability to communicate in person and via telephone, email, video chat, and software systems.
Ability to visit maintenance sites and industrial facilities, including mobility on the ground and at heights, and to use required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field; alternatively, 6 years of relevant industry experience may be used in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement AWP processes and procedures.
Draft and coordinate RFIs; support back charges and change orders.
Assist in 4D modeling setup and maintenance.
Participate in cost reviews and ensure accurate drawing distribution.
Track progress against work packages and validate daily progress.
Perform material takeoffs and initiate requisitions.
Use internal systems, including Qtrax, constraint-management software, and model software, for planning and tracking.
Coordinate 90-day look-ahead plans and resolve constraints.
Attend War Room meetings and support schedule updates.
Collaborate with other discipline planners to ensure logical execution sequencing.
Conduct weekly field walks and validate work package progress.
Support resource planning and material management coordination.
Break Construction Work Packages into Installation Work Packages aligned with the Path of Construction.
Collaborate with Superintendents and stakeholders to ensure IWPs reflect field conditions and discipline standards.
Support schedule updates, material tracking, and reporting.
Drive continuous improvement through feedback loops and close-out reviews.