Project Planner Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Project Planner Meridian Technologies, Inc. – 3.5 Garner, NC Job Details Full-time | Contract $42 – $48 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Management Maximo Vendor management Project planning 11+ years Project management Organizational skills Construction Senior level Associate’s degree Communication skills

Full Job Description Job Title:

Project Planner Location:

Garner, NC Work Schedule :

10-hour days (6:00 AM-4:30 PM, 6:30 AM-5:00 PM, or 7:00 AM-5:30 PM)

Duration:

36-Month (3-Year) W2 Contract initially About the

Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Planner to support the implementation of annual project work plans with a primary focus on civil and site work. This role will involve planning, coordinating, and optimizing work execution across multiple projects by aligning resources, schedules, and stakeholder priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate the implementation of annual project work plans, with a strong focus on civil and site-related activities. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather planning data, establish priorities, and adjust work scopes as needed to maintain balance between workload and available resources. Develop and present cost-effective, resource-optimized plans for execution, utilizing approved civil/site contractors. Continuously monitor long-range project plans and recommend or implement schedule adjustments to maintain alignment with goals and constraints. Conduct regular site visits and coordinate closely with civil/site vendors and internal project teams. Lead monthly planning meetings with stakeholders to track progress, evaluate alignment with business objectives, and make necessary adjustments to stay on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications:

15-20+ years of experience in the civil/site industry, general contracting, or project management. Strong background in construction planning, vendor coordination, and long-term scheduling. Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.

Work Environment & Travel:

Primary work location:

Garner, NC Schedule:

10-hour workdays (choose between 6:00-4:30, 6:30-5:00, or 7:00-5:30) Daily travel: 50-75 miles round trip on average from the Garner office. Occasional extended travel to project sites in Asheville, NC, Southern North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$42.00 – $48.00 per hour

Schedule:

10 hour shift

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Project Planning:

10 years (Preferred)

Work Management:

10 years (Preferred)

Resource Planning:

10 years (Preferred)

Work Management Systems:

1 year (Preferred)

Civil/Site :

1 year (Preferred)

Vendor Management:

1 year (Preferred)

Maximo:

1 year (Preferred)

Construction:

1 year (Preferred)

Utility Industry:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Garner, NC 27529 (Required)

Work Location:

In person