Field Project Controls Planner Job Lawton Oklahoma USA,Engineering

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Field Project Controls Planner

Date:
Oct 9, 2026

Location:

Lawton, OK, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :Black & Veatch Corporation

Opportunity Type :Staff

Project Only Hire :No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As the Field Project Controls Planner
, you will have the opportunity to work in a lead level position assigned to a field role in Lawton, OK as lead planner on combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) project.
With minimal supervision, you will be responsible for independently applying advanced project controls techniques and analyses. This level may handle commercial issues and will provide leadership and guidance to less experienced project control personnel. You will also have project team supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Effectively leads a team of PJC professionals and able to positively influence internal and external clients to achieve successful results
Achieves a high level of forecasting accuracy
Proactive in addressing project issues therefore supporting a successful project outcome.

Planning/Scheduling:

Leads planning and schedule preparation on complex projects
Addresses contractual requirements related to schedule control
As required by the business unit, expert in scheduling forensics
Measures progress and earned value
Recognizes critical issues and interfaces
Confers with PM team on project execution matters
Participates in key risk management discussions
As applicable ensures compliance with tools/processes in Field Project Controls Manual

Management Responsibilities

Acts in capacity of a "lead person." Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction.

Preferred Qualifications

Field experience preferred, as well as power plant experience.
Master's degree or local equivalent in Engineering or Construction Management.

Minimum Qualifications

Four-year Bachelor's degree with six or more years of relevant Cost Control of Planning & Scheduling experience OR no four-year Bachelor's degree required with eight years or more of relevant Cost Control or Planning & Scheduling experience in Home Office or Field Office.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the…