What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Scheduler position at MIGSO-PCUBED?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Scheduler to join our team in Grand Rapids! This role plays a vital part in ensuring project timelines, budgets, and resources are effectively managed to achieve project goals. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in scheduling and project controls, with a collaborative mindset and the ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment.
Who We Are:
MIGSO-PCUBED (MP) is a global management consulting firm focused on delivering project, program, & portfolio management as a service. We are a global team of about 3,500 expert Consultants operating in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia. We are industry agnostic, working across Aerospace, Automotive, Rail, Defense, Energy, Financial Services, Telecom, Technology & Media, and Public Sector. Every day, we support our clients by steering major Projects and Programs, managing Project Portfolios, improving maturity and efficiency of PM Organizations, and addressing business transformation and change management initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Schedule Development & Management: Create, update, and maintain detailed project schedules using P6
- Project Monitoring: Track project progress against established baselines, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Reporting: Prepare and distribute regular status reports, including progress, forecast, and resource utilization.
- Cost Controls: Assist in budget tracking, cost variance analysis, and forecasting to ensure financial objectives are met.
- Risk Analysis: Identify potential risks to project schedules and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and team members to ensure alignment and communication of project goals.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project changes, schedule updates, and related documentation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in project scheduling and/or project controls.
- Proficiency with scheduling software such as Primavera P6
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Experience in industries such as construction, engineering, energy, or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMI-SP, PMP) or scheduling (e.g., PSP) is a plus.
- Working knowledge of cost control software or tools.
- Nice to have: experience working on offshore projects.
Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive contributions to medical, dental, and vision for colleagues and dependents
- Notable PTO and Paid Holidays
- 401k with company match
- Professional development opportunities
- Full-time, direct hire positions available
Equal Opportunity Statement:
MIGSO-PCUBED recognizes the civil right of every person to obtain and maintain employment without discrimination. We have a longstanding policy that no individual may be refused a job, discharged, or discriminated against in any way due to any protected characteristics established by local, state and Federal law. In all respects, MIGSO-PCUBED is committed to a policy of full and fair equal employment under the law and applies this in all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, engagement staffing, training, promotion, transfer, and termination.