Facility Project Planner

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The Facilities Project Planner – ICC Construction leads the front-end planning activities for major building and infrastructure projects supporting GM North America   M anufacturing and   N on‑ M anufacturing sites. The position works with GM business units to   identify   facilities solutions that enable business initiatives and leads cross‑functional project stakeholders in developing the right project. Involvement begins at the earliest stages of the needs assessment and continues through funding approval, ensuring a smooth transition from planning to design and construction execution. The role is expected to operate at a high level and consistently demonstrate GM Behaviors (Win with Integrity, Commit to Customers, Innovate and Embrace Change, Speak Fearlessly, Move with Urgency, Be Inclusive, Lead as One Team, Own the Outcome).  

Key Responsibilities  

• Work with GM business unit representatives to understand operational   capacity   and strategic requirements for facilities projects.  

• Develop project planning concepts and alternatives by drawing from professional experience, historical data,   benchmarks   and GM standards.  

• Lead ICC Construction / Global Facilities project teams and stakeholders from other GM units in the development of integrated facility project plans.  

• Effectively communicate issues, risks, assumptions and recommendations to team members,   stakeholders   and executive leadership.  

• Present facility alternatives, concepts and recommended solutions to ICC Construction   and GM leadership for decision and approval.  

• Contribute to Appropriation Request (AR) business case development, including scope definition, class-level cost estimates,   schedules   and business justification.  

• Utilize Global Facilities and Project Planning standard processes and tools, including the   Front End   Planning Toolkit, VDP/AR processes, estimating software, MS Project and Plan Builder.  

• Document and   communicate   the Project Plan, including scope of work, cost estimate, schedule, risk   assessment   and key assumptions, to downstream design,   procurement   and construction teams.  

• Coordinate with Project Management, Project Engineering,   Environmental,   GPSC and other partners to ensure planning deliverables are constructible,   biddable   and aligned   with sourcing and execution strategies (e.g., design/build, bundled programs, asset sustainment).  

• Maintain knowledge of the construction industry, delivery   models   and benchmarking through participation in professional organizations and relevant industry forums (e.g., CII, CURT, LCI).  

• Identify   and implement process improvements, tools and standards that enhance ICC Construction front‑end planning effectiveness and predictability.  

• Mentor and provide guidance to less‑experienced project planners and contribute to building planning capability within the ICC Construction organization.  

Required Qualifications  

• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in the architectural / engineering / construction field on major commercial or industrial capital projects.  

• Minimum of   Bachelor’s degree in engineering , architecture, construction   management   or related field.  

• Knowledge of manufacturing, office and lab/test building and infrastructure systems.  

• Knowledge of construction estimating and scheduling principles and their application to capital projects.  

• Experience with front-end planning,   VDP   and AR processes for capital projects.  

• Strong analytical,   organizational   and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations for leadership.  

• Strong computer skills, particularly in   Google Docs,   Excel, PowerPoint, Word, MS   Project   and cost estimating software.  

• Demonstrated ability to work independently , exercising sound judgment and influencing cross‑functional teams.  

• Demonstrated commitment to safety,   quality   and compliance with GM policies and procedures.  

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience in   working on automotive or industrial building projects (OEM, Tier 1 or similar).  

• Working knowledge of GM organization s , ICC Construction   processes   and governance for capital planning and execution.  

• Basic knowledge of automotive manufacturing and assembly processes.  

• Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction   management   or business (e.g., MBA).  



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