Project Planning & Scheduling

The Project Planner / Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules to support successful execution across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning. This role ensures schedule accuracy, supports project decision-making, and provides clear reporting to project leadership and stakeholders.

Job Description

• Develop detailed baseline schedules in Primavera P6 covering all project phases (engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and closeout).
• Break down project scope into structured WBS levels and logically linked activities with appropriate resource loading.
• Update schedules on a weekly or monthly cycle to reflect actual progress, delays, and changes.
• Ensure the schedule maintains proper logic, sequencing, and a realistic critical path throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform critical path and float analysis, along with “what-if” scenario modeling to support informed decision-making.
• Generate schedule reports, dashboards, progress curves, manpower histograms, S-curves, and earned value analysis.
• Identify schedule variances and provide recommended recovery or mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractor teams to collect data and validate schedule accuracy.
• Lead and support schedule review sessions with project teams and stakeholders, presenting risks, impacts, and forecasted outcomes.
• Support planning and schedule development during pre-construction, bidding, and project handoff phases.
• Incorporate approved changes and scope adjustments into schedule updates and forecasts.
• Maintain and document baseline, current, and forecast schedule versions.
• Prepare time-impact analyses (TIA) for delays, changes, and claims as required.
• 3–7+ years of experience as a project planner, scheduler, or project controls specialist.
• Demonstrated expertise in Primavera P6 (P6 Professional).
• Experience in industrial, construction, oil & gas, power, manufacturing, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and work sequencing.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (required).
• Strong MS Excel capabilities (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Experience with earned value management (EVM) preferred.
• Familiarity with project controls systems such as SAP, CMiC, Procore, or similar.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and project execution documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear, concise, and professional communication.
• Able to work under deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Primarily office-based with occasional visits to active construction or industrial sites.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project assignments.
• 401(k) matching to help secure your financial future
• 10 paid holidays to enjoy throughout the year
• Excellent bank of PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and personal time
• Generous sick days policy to support your well-being
• Biweekly pay for consistent and predictable income
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage for added peace of mind
• Life insurance coverage of more than $45,000.
• Strong leadership and a supportive company culture that values growth and collaboration!
• Great location, making your daily commute stress-free : )
• Employer HSA contribution to help you save for healthcare expenses