Project Scheduler

Project Scheduler – Primavera P6

Job Type: Contract
Schedule: Full-Time | Overtim may be required
Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Job Overview

We have a contract opportunity with our client for an experienced Project Scheduler to support major utility and construction projects.

The Project Scheduler will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing complex project schedules while coordinating activities across project teams. This individual will work closely with Project Managers, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure projects remain on schedule, potential risks are identified, and key milestones are achieved.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Primavera P6, Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, and leading project scheduling efforts, preferably within the utility, construction, or power generation industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, including project milestones, activity durations, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Lead scheduling activities for intermediate to complex projects, ensuring all project scopes, deliverables, and timelines are accurately represented.
• Establish and maintain integrated project schedules, including resource loading, leveling, baselines, and schedule updates.
• Perform Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis to identify scheduling conflicts, potential delays, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, contractors, suppliers, and execution teams to gather project updates and maintain accurate schedules.
• Lead schedule review meetings, communicate project progress, and identify risks that could impact key milestones.
• Develop and maintain project tracking reports, performance metrics, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Monitor schedule and cost performance, including Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI).
• Perform schedule forecasting and develop alternative scheduling scenarios to minimize delays and improve project execution.
• Support project and outage teams with scheduling, commodity tracking, progress reporting, and schedule analysis.
• Ensure scheduling practices comply with established project management standards, procedures, and governance requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior schedulers as needed.
• Conduct site visits or construction walkdowns as required to verify project progress and scheduling activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on Primavera P6 scheduling experience, including Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling.
• Demonstrated experience leading scheduling activities for complex projects.
• Strong ability to update, maintain, baseline, and analyze project schedules independently.
• Experience developing integrated schedules, identifying critical paths, and performing schedule risk analysis.
• Background in utility operations, construction, engineering, maintenance, or major capital projects.
• Experience coordinating schedules with Project Managers, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including developing complex spreadsheets and reports.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in a a related field
• Previous experience with utility, power generation, transmission, or large-scale construction projects.
• Outage scheduling experience.
• Experience with resource-loaded schedules, schedule compression, and what-if scenario planning.
• Knowledge of project cost tracking, forecasting, budgeting, and earned value management.
• Experience developing commodity curves and tracking project performance metrics.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, RMP, or related project management credentials.

Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to work overtime, shift schedules, or call-out hours when necessary.
• Occasional overnight travel or temporary relocation may be required.
• Ability to safely perform site walkdowns, including navigating uneven surfaces or climbing ladders when applicable.

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person