Payrate – $53.35 to $55/hr. on W2
Hybrid role

Day-to-Day Responsibilities / Workload

The Senior Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules using Primavera P6. This role requires advanced hands-on scheduling expertise, supporting complex utility transmission and substation programs, and providing clear, data-driven insights to cross-functional stakeholders.

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (IMS) in Primavera P6
• Build schedules from scratch based on Product, engineering, and construction inputs
• Perform critical path analysis, schedule risk assessment, and forecasting
• Conduct time impact analysis (TIA) and evaluate schedule changes
• Manage schedule baselines, updates, and variance analysis
• Support earned value management (EVM) and progress reporting
• Prepare and present monthly schedule reports, including delays, risks, and recovery plans
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineering, and Construction teams for schedule alignment
• Identify schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Ensure adherence to project controls standards and governance

Required Skills / Attributes

• Advanced to expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 (non-negotiable)
• Experience in Engineering, construction, utility, substation or transmission projects
• Proven experience developing and managing complex, multi-disciplinary project schedules
• Strong expertise in:
  • Critical path method (CPM)
  • Schedule logic and sequencing
  • Time impact analysis (TIA)
  • Baseline and variance analysis
• Ability to clearly communicate schedule risks, delays, and mitigation actions
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams (engineering, construction, PMO)
• Excellent structured communication and presentation skills
• Minimum 5-7 years hands-on P6 scheduling experience managing complex programs/portfolios
• Emphasize: Hands-on builder not just reviewer

Desired Skills / Attributes

• Knowledge of earned value management (EVM) and cost integration
• Ability to leverage automation or data tools (Power BI, Excel analytics, AI-assisted reporting)
• Strong understanding of project controls frameworks and lifecycle management