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Canada Planning & Scheduling Manager

GE Vernova

Markham, Canada

Full Time

Posted November 2, 2026

CA$126k - CA$176k

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 3, 2026
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Job Description

The Planning & Scheduling Manager is responsible for leading all project planning, scheduling, progress measurement, and schedule governance activities across projects within the Canada region.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the planning and scheduling team, setting priorities and supporting team performance.
Establish and maintain integrated project schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Support project planning and controls activities throughout ITO and OTR phases.
Work closely with project managers and functional teams to establish scope, milestones, sequencing, dependencies, and resource requirements.
Monitor schedule performance, identify risks and delays, assess impacts, and recommend recovery actions.
Lead schedule reviews, updates, critical-path analysis, and progress measurement.
Coordinate with cost control teams to support cost estimating, forecasting, and schedule/cost integration.
Prepare and present clear, accurate project controls reports for project teams, management, and customers.
Ensure consistent planning and scheduling practices, data quality, and reporting across projects.
Support change management, risk and opportunity assessments, and project performance reviews.
Promote collaboration and continuous improvement across the project controls function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
Significant experience in project planning and scheduling within an EPC environment.
Previous experience in a Lead Project Controls or comparable leadership role.
Experience supporting nuclear projects.
Experience with large, complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Familiarity with project scheduling and controls tools such as Primavera P6 and related reporting systems.
Knowledge of project controls practices used in the Canadian market.
Demonstrated experience supporting both ITO and OTR activities.
Strong experience with project scheduling, cost control or costing, forecasting, and reporting.
Experience leading, coaching, or coordinating a team.
Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, customers, and senior stakeholders.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
For Canada GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening.
This position will report onsite to the Markham office 3 days a week