Project Scheduler – Electric Utilities

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Develop and sustain Primavera P6 schedules for transmission lines, distribution lines, and substation projects from initiation to closeout.

• Establish schedule baselines and coding standards that align with project scope, WBS, milestones, and any regulatory or contractual constraints.

• Conduct weekly, biweekly, and monthly updates on project status.

• Execute CPM calculations and carry out analyses on critical path, float, variance, and trends.

• Generate look-ahead reports and perform milestone tracking.

• Monitor schedule performance utilizing earned value metrics, including SPI and CPI.

• Assist in developing recovery plans when milestones are at risk.

• Distribute portfolio and project control reports for leadership and clients.

• Identify schedule risks, run what-if scenarios, suggest mitigations, and aid in change management.

• Conduct schedule QA/QC checks.

• Lead or participate in weekly schedule review meetings with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Communicate conflicts and recommend appropriate actions.

• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to integrate Project Controls processes into RFPs and contracts.

• Review bidders' proposals for compliance with Project Controls and provide recommendations.

• Act as the Project Controls liaison during the contract award and execution phases.

• Ensure contractors adhere to agreed-upon scheduling, EVM, and delay-log processes, escalating any deviations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Controls, Project Management, or Scheduling is required.

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables.

• Familiarity with Critical Path Method (CPM), float analysis, and schedule risk analysis is necessary.

• Experience working with contracts/RFPs is advantageous.

• Experience with large-scale capital projects in utility, construction, or infrastructure is highly valued.

• Procore experience is a plus.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities are required.

• Candidates from the New England region are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Generous paid time off.

• Retirement program with a company match.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company match.

• Voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization plans.

• HSA or FSA medical accounts.

• FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts.

• Potential discretionary bonus.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.