What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Scheduler position at Insight Global?
Insight Global is looking for a Project Scheduler for a permanent, direct-hire position that sits 100% onsite in Boise, ID. This Project Scheduler will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects by developing, maintaining, and monitoring site-level construction schedules. This position ensures that project milestones, resources, and timelines are effectively coordinated across engineering, procurement, and construction functions. The Project Scheduler partners closely with project managers, site engineers, and subcontractors to track progress, mitigate delays, and ensure efficient resource utilization throughout all phases of project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Planning & Scheduling
○ Develop and maintain baseline and detailed construction schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
○ Define milestones, critical paths, and dependencies for all engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
○ Coordinate with project managers and site engineers to align schedules with design deliverables and material procurement.
○ Update schedules regularly to reflect progress and approved change orders.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting
○ Track daily and weekly progress of on-site work, comparing actuals vs. planned timelines.
○ Generate weekly and monthly progress reports highlighting key metrics, deviations, and corrective actions.
○ Support project controls in earned value analysis and forecasting project completion dates.
○ Maintain accurate records of schedule updates, delay events, and progress milestones.
• Coordination & Communication
○ Facilitate regular coordination meetings with project managers, HSE teams, and subcontractors. ○ Communicate schedule impacts clearly to site leadership and propose mitigation strategies.
○ Collaborate with the procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of critical materials and equipment.
○ Interface with clients or consultants when presenting updated schedules and progress status.
• Resource & Performance Management
○ Track labor, equipment, and material utilization against planned allocations.
○ Assist in resource leveling to avoid over-allocation and ensure efficient deployment.
○ Support project teams with look-ahead plans (2-week or 4-week schedules) to maintain workflow continuity.
○ Provide input to site leadership on potential productivity improvements.
• Quality, Safety, & Compliance
○ Ensure all planning and reporting align with company project control procedures and HSE standards.
○ Integrate safety milestones and inspections into the project schedule.
○ Coordinate with QA/QC and HSE teams to reflect testing, commissioning, and safety audits within the project plan.
○ Support continuous improvement initiatives related to schedule adherence and performance tracking
Required Skills & Experience
- 3-7 years of experience in construction planning, project scheduling, and resource planning
- Primavera P6 experience (Required)
- Proficiency in MS Project and Excel
- Knowledge of EPC project workflows (Engineering, Procurement, Construction)
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar
Salary: $105,000-$125,000
Salary : $105,000 - $125,000