Project Scheduler III
Location:
Remote (Must be located in Michigan- Manager will not be reviewing applications of people located outside of Michigan)
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
Type:
W2 Contract
Duration:
Long term on-going contract
Pay Rate:
$40-$45 an hour
Project Scheduler Responsibilities
- Organize, implement, and maintain project scheduling systems to support project plans and contract requirements.
- Develop, manage, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
- Establish project tasks and subtasks to ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
- Maintain and update the P6 database with schedule changes, progress updates, and new project information.
- Generate and distribute scheduling reports to support project coordination, contract administration, and management reporting.
- Collaborate with project teams, stakeholders, contractors, superintendents, field engineers, and project managers to plan and coordinate work activities.
- Define project scope and develop baseline schedules while identifying schedule variances and potential risks.
- Monitor schedule performance, evaluate progress, and identify developing problem areas.
- Conduct critical path analysis and assess schedule constraints to determine the impact of changes and recommend recovery strategies.
- Develop and maintain weekly project schedules in collaboration with project leadership and field personnel.
- Support project change management processes, procedures, and systems to maintain schedule accuracy.
- Assist in creating periodic status reports to keep management informed of project progress and schedule performance.
- Analyze schedule delays and recommend alternative approaches to recover lost time and maintain project objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Ability to actively participate in project meetings and communicate schedule information clearly and professionally.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, including:
- Layouts
- Activity Codes
- Resources
- Group & Sort Functions
- Reporting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting schedule data and critical path impacts.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP (Project Management Professional) or other PMI certifications preferred but not required.
- PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional), CST, or other AACE International certifications preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of P6 Schedule Quality best practices.
- Familiarity with Project Gating procedures and project lifecycle management.
- Previous experience supporting Renewable Energy or Clean Energy projects is highly preferred.
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree candidates will be considered favorably during the selection process.
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