Planner Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: Program Scheduler / Engineering Planner Company: Northrop Grumman Corporation Location: Rolling Meadows, IL Description: Duties to include program planning and scheduling for IRCM programs. Position interfaces include the IPT leads, program staff, customer, business team, and Business Management. Additional responsibilities will include: Integrated schedule development and review, critical path analysis, schedule risk assessment, status compilation as related to SOW and contract, manpower planning, EV performance generation, maintain configuration control, data analysis and reporting. Applicant must be able to function in a dynamic organization and communicate within a team environment and be able to facilitate and lead status meetings. The candidate must also be capable of performing work under general direction, participate in determining and management of objectives, and be able to plan and schedule activities to accomplish objectives. Experience with MS Project required. Exposure to schedule analysis tools would be beneficial. Education: Bachelor Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or Industrial Engineering. 02 - BS plus 3-5 or MS plus 1-3 years relevant experience. 03 - BS plus 6-9 or MS plus 4-7 years relevant experience. U.S. Citizenship required. Relocation Assistance Available.

Job Title: Senior Project Planner - Aviatio Company: Parsons Corporation Location: Chicago, IL Description: Title: Senior Project Planner - AviationLocation: IL-ChicagoPARSONS is hiring a project planner to support our Aviation group. The position requires at least 20 years planning experience on airport projects.POSITION OVERVIEW: Provides technical direction and manages a team of urban/environmental planning professionals and technicians on large projects, or on several smaller projects or studies, involving the development of plans for the utilization of land and physical facilities of cities, counties, and metropolitan areas. Responsible for the technical excellence of the tasks and analyses performed, regulatory compliance, and for on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. Assists the Project Manager in preparing Project Management Plans, Project Control Statements, and Quality Control files for annual QA project audits.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct support to Project Manager in staff development, quality control, project control and revenue reporting, and business development.Plans, directs, and supervises urban/environmental planning project of large scope and complexity. Serves as a staff manager, technical leader, and a recognized expert in field of practice. Makes staffing assignments and reassignments as project needs arise. Monitors productivity and proficiency of assigned personnel. Establishes budget estimates and staffing requirements for defined scope and schedule. Tracks and reports project financials and manages quality control files.Reviews work produced by those assigned to ensure that all applicable policies, procedures, and regulations are followed, that current techniques are utilized, and that quality is acceptable. Engages services and manages outside consultants when warranted.Confers with local authorities, civic leaders, social scientists, and land planning and development specialists to devise and recommend arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, transportation, industrial, and community uses. Provides advice and counsel regarding regulatory compliance issues.Serves as key contact for major clients. May serve on technical review boards, committees, and panels for projects which will have a major impact on a community or urban area.Develops and presents recommendations based on governmental measures for major projects affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, housing, and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal.Prepares, coordinates, and facilitates public involvement and consensus-building meetings and workshops that are of high interest to the general public.Reviews and evaluates environmental impact reports, and recommends changes to overall project plan as appropriate.Maintains active membership in appropriate professional organizations and societies. Represents the Company at conferences, seminars, meetings, etc.Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:4-year degree in Urban/Environmental Planning or related field and 20 years of planning experience on airport projects. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:Working knowledge and proficiency in application of project and staff management principles. Expert knowledge of urban/environmental planning practices and procedures. Proficiency in utilizing PC and various software packages typically used in urban/environmental planning assignments is required. Also requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a thorough understanding of local statutes and environmental rules and regulations, and the proven ability for performing in a supervisory capacity on a project. PARSONS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

Job Title: Program Scheduler / Engineering Company: Northrop Grumman Location: Chicago, IL Description: Title: Program Scheduler / Engineering PlannerCategory: Finance/Business ManagementLocation: Rolling Meadows, IL / USA | Sector: Electronic SystemsPosting ID: ES/102963This job is eligible for theRefer a Friendprogram.Description:Duties to include program planning and scheduling for IRCM programs. Position interfaces include the IPT leads, program staff, customer, business team, and Business Management. Additional responsibilities will include: Integrated schedule development and review, critical path analysis, schedule risk assessment, status compilation as related to SOW and contract, manpower planning, EV performance generation, maintain configuration control, data analysis and reporting. Applicant must be able to function in a dynamic organization and communicate within a team environment and be able to facilitate and lead status meetings. The candidate must also be capable of performing work under general direction, participate in determining and management of objectives, and be able to plan and schedule activities to accomplish objectives. Experience with MS Project required. Exposure to schedule analysis tools would be beneficial. Education: Bachelor Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting or Industrial Engineering. 02 - BS plus 3-5 or MS plus 1-3 years relevant experience. 03 - BS plus 6-9 or MS plus 4-7 years relevant experience. U.S. Citizenship required. Relocation Assistance Available.

Job Title: Planner General Maintenance Company: URS Location: Peoria, IL Description: Education/Experience: Technical background 2 yr trade school or demonstrated equivalent in education or experience.Experience: Minimum 5 years of Facility Maintenance related work. Prefer industrial setting. Job Description : PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Coordinates facility requirements for modifications and new construction with users.• Coordinates inventory control and asset management of building equipment and furniture.• Plans, coordinates, and implements office and factory moves.• Inspects facilities and evaluates such factors as HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) systems, lighting, size, condition, and suitability for occupancy.• Develops new or unusual solutions based on advanced principles within the facilities and construction trades as guided by the plan, schedule, and budget assigned.• Communicates with outside vendors and contractors/subcontractors.• Formulates and monitors company facility standards.• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Job Title: Principal Theme Development Planner Company: WMS Gaming Location: Chicago, IL Description: Job ID #: 214 Location: Chicago, IL Functional Area: Project Engineering Department: 00454 PMO Process Management Office Position Type: Full Time Regular Education Required: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years Relocation Provided: Position Description Job Summary:Schedule, track development, ensure deliverables are met in a timely manner, and report project progress to management. Communicate potential issues, track resolution and contingency plans and apply provided solutions. Work with the studio producer to prioritize when production deadlines are a concern, manage risks, and create contingency plans. Oversee various teams (as part of a core development team) including Game Development, OS/FW, Hardware, Mechanical Engineering, Product Assurance, Sales/Marketing, and other external groups. Work with the studio producers to work out the project milestones (specific items to be delivered at certain dates), and get support/buy-in from key technical managers external to the studio team. The PTD schedules the project and assembles the personnel and equipment needed.Essential Job Functions: * Under Direction of Manager Theme Development, manage overall product development efforts with Studio Producers* Coordinate the work of various product development teams to deliver games to the market on schedule.* Communicate regularly the progress & status of the products to all interested stakeholders, including project teams, product managers and upper management. .* Work closely with product managers, gaming operations, PA, and OS/FW teams to support corporate initiatives and special projects.* Develop systems and maintain records that provide proper evaluation, control and documentation of assigned projects.Other Duties and Responsibilities:* Lead G2E Product planning.* Insure the Real Deal is fully up to date* Managing Theme focused NPR / CR requests* Perform complex administrative duties requiring attention to detail and analysis; perform strategic planning and analysis Position Requirements Qualifications:Education* Bachelors or equivalent work experience (management, engineering, computer science)* 3 to 5 years experience managing cradle-to-grave software projects with proven leadership and management skills.* 3 to 5 years experience in leading, scheduling, and tracking concurrent software development projects with evolving requirements and competing priorities. * Familiarity with game development cycles.* Self-motivated, able to overcome obstacles independently and possesses a strong work ethic.* Demonstrated success at building and retaining highly productive teams and fostering a highly motivated environment.* Passion for helping others to succeed.* Strong understanding of the software development cycle and how it relates to business objectives.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities* Strong multitasking, follow through, and follow up skills* Must be able to work in a team environment, both local and remote.* Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel, MS Project, MS Power Point * Familiarity with game development cycles.* Self-motivated, able to overcome obstacles independently and possesses a strong work ethic.* Demonstrated success at building and retaining highly productive teams and fostering a highly motivated environment.* Strong understanding of the software development cycle and how it relates to business objectives.* Able to work in a challenging and ambiguous environment; be resourceful and create constructive and innovative solutions.* Able to initiate or implement development process improvements to achieve efficiencies.Able to develop program level activities & plans, set goals and objectives.* Strong interpersonal / relationship skills.* Effective oral and written communication skills.* Excellent organizational, analytical skills: detail oriented.* Able to deliver executive level presentations.