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Project Planner Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Curant Health

Project Manager

Smyrna, GA

The Project Manager will oversee project planning, stakeholder communication, requirements gathering, implementation activities, post-launch evaluation, and project closure. This position requires ...

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Curant Health

Project Manager

Smyrna, GA · On-site

The Project Manager will oversee project planning, stakeholder communication, requirements gathering, implementation activities, post-launch evaluation, and project closure. This position requires ...

TRC Talent Solutions

PMO/Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Drive project planning, execution, and governance * Manage timelines, risks, dependencies, and vendor deliverables * Coordinate testing, data migration, integrations, and deployment activities

RaceTrac

Associate Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

They are seeking an Associate Project Manager to support Project Managers in overseeing and coordinating projects while contributing to strategic project planning for companywide initiatives.

Appiness Inc.

Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... for project planning and delivery tracking ✅ Stakeholder, risk & dependency management ✅ Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams ✅ Technical understanding of AWS, Java ...

Aniesispharma

Remote Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · Remote

Permanent Project Manager - Aniesispharma Aniesispharma , a rapidly growing pharmaceutical company focused on innovative medicines, seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead project planning ...

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Construction Project Superintendent

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

You will oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Note: This is a temporary position (approx. 5 - 6 months ) with the potential for additional assignments after project ...

Emory Healthcare

Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Four years project planning or related experience or a Master's degree with 2 years previous project planning or related experience. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of ...

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Senior Project Controls Specialist

Atlanta, GA

Accountability for all project planning, budgeting, change management, cost control, cost estimating, reporting and forecasting activities. * Monitor financial performance. Identify and communicate ...

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How much do project planner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for project planner in Atlanta, GA is $84,184.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,400.00 and $97,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a project planner typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project's lifecycle?

Project Planners play a central role in coordinating with various departments such as engineering, procurement, and quality assurance to ensure project milestones are met. They facilitate regular meetings, share updated schedules, and address any resource conflicts or timeline risks. Effective communication and negotiation skills are essential, as Project Planners often need to balance competing priorities and align all team members towards common goals. This collaboration helps anticipate potential delays and ensures that everyone remains informed and accountable throughout the project.

Is project planning a stressful job?

Project planning can be stressful due to tight deadlines, resource management, and coordinating multiple stakeholders. Successful project planners often use tools like Gantt charts and scheduling software to manage workload and reduce stress. Strong organizational skills and experience can help mitigate work-related pressure.

What is a project planner?

A project planner organizes and tracks resources for a project, typically in the construction industry. As a project planner, you research vendors, develop budgets, and create plans with the developers and clients. During production, you monitor contractors and other building professionals to ensure that the project moves according to specifications and follows the budget and scheduling guidelines. Project planners may also handle regulatory issues regarding construction, such as environmental impact reports, land entitlement, and feasibility reports. This position works in conjunction with a project manager, though one person may hold the two roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Planner, you need strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills, often supported by a degree in project management, engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software, along with certifications like PMP or PRINCE2, is highly valued. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail enable effective coordination with stakeholders and teams. These skills ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, contributing directly to organizational success.
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Infographic showing various Project Planner job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,184 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Project Coordinator - Electric Power

Caterpillar

Griffin, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 478 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

266th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Career Area:
Strategy
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
About EPD
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!
Job Summary
The Project Coordinator supports project planning and controls activities across the project lifecycle. This role partners with project managers and cross-functional teams to maintain project schedules, collect and analyze project data, facilitate project control meetings, and communicate project health and progress. The Project Coordinator helps ensure projects are executed efficiently by monitoring schedules, supporting reporting processes, and maintaining accurate project information within established tools and systems.
What You Will Do
  • Coordinate with project managers and team members to collect project status updates and maintain accurate project schedules.
  • Update and manage project plans using Microsoft Project and related project management tools.
  • Facilitate project controls meetings and communicate project health, schedule performance, and progress updates.
  • Assist with monitoring project timelines, milestones, budgets, and key performance metrics.
  • Support opportunity planning and project forecasting activities through timeline and project review meetings.
  • Analyze project data and prepare reports and presentations for project teams and leadership.
  • Monitor data quality within project systems and support data cleaning and harmonization efforts.
  • Identify project risks, scheduling concerns, and potential impacts to delivery and communicate findings to stakeholders.
  • Provide support and training to project teams on project planning, controls processes, and reporting tools.

Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field; or equivalent project planning/project controls experience.
What You Will Have
  • Tactical/Strategic Planning: Working knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
    • Maintains and updates project schedules to support project execution and delivery objectives.
    • Monitors project progress against established plans and identifies schedule variances.
    • Collaborates with project teams to adjust schedules and support changing business priorities.

  • Effective Communications: Working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
    • Facilitates project control meetings and communicates project status to stakeholders.
    • Creates clear reports, presentations, and project updates to support decision-making.
    • Collaborates with project managers and team members to ensure accurate and timely information sharing.

  • Data Gathering and Reporting: Basic understanding and knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
    • Collects and validates project status, schedule, and performance data from multiple sources.
    • Utilizes project management and reporting tools to analyze and communicate project information.
    • Supports data quality initiatives through data monitoring, cleaning, and reporting activities.

  • Project Management: Working knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
    • Maintains project schedules and project plans using Microsoft Project and related tools.
    • Assists with project planning activities, including schedule development and progress tracking.
    • Produces project status reports and supports project managers in monitoring project performance.

Additional Requirements
  • Experience supporting projects in a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, construction, or similar project-based environment.
  • Experience coordinating schedules, timelines, deliverables, and project reporting activities.
  • Ability to analyze data and communicate project status to a variety of stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Experience using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Online, or similar project scheduling software.
  • Exposure to project controls, project planning, or project coordination practices.
  • Experience facilitating project review, timeline, or project controls meetings.
  • Experience working with Power BI or other reporting and data visualization tools.
  • Knowledge of data quality, data cleaning, and reporting processes.
  • Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, power generation, or large capital project environments.

Additional Information
  • This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
  • Travel (international/domestic) up to 10% is possible, as business requires.
  • Relocation is NOT available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job.
At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For over 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$81,370.00 - $122,060.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
July 24, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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