Job descriptionJob Type: Full-Time |
Location: Sweetwater , TX |
Department: Construction |
Reporting to: Project Controls Manager |
Work Location Type: #onsite
The
Project Scheduler owns the development, maintenance, and analysis of construction project schedules for active data center and hyperscale infrastructure programs across West Texas and Oklahoma. Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, this role monitors the critical path, flags completion risks, and coordinates schedule inputs and reporting across all contractor and vendor teams - serving as the authoritative source for schedule status from groundbreaking through commissioning and turnover.
Job requirements - Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). Experience on data center, mission-critical, or hyperscale infrastructure construction programs
- 3-7 years of project scheduling experience on large-scale capital construction projects ($50M+). AACE PSP, PMI-SP, or Primavera P6 certification (or active pursuit thereof).
- Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6; working knowledge of MS Project and scheduling best practices. Familiarity with Owner-side scheduling oversight, GC/subcontractor schedule review, and schedule specification enforcement.
- Strong Excel skills; detail-oriented with ability to resolve financial discrepancies independently. Familiarity with three-way matching or automated invoice processing tools.
- Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, critical path analysis, float management, and schedule risk assessment. Experience with phased turnover, commissioning schedules, and MEP systems sequencing in complex facilities.
- Ability to integrate design, procurement, and construction activity streams into a single baseline schedule. Knowledge of TX and OK permitting, utility interconnection, and regional construction labor market dynamics.
Job responsibilities - Own the integrated CPM schedule in Primavera P6 - design, procurement, construction, MEP, and commissioning - updated weekly with field progress and contractor look-aheads.
- Run weekly critical path and float analysis; identify risks, prepare mitigation narratives, and keep project leadership ahead of schedule threats before they become problems.
- Process change requests, TIAs, and recovery schedules; maintain the baseline with full documentation and distribute S-curves and milestone reports on cadence.
- Perform schedule risk assessments including Monte Carlo analysis; produce what-if scenarios for accelerated delivery, phased turnover, and delay mitigation.
- Serve as the single point of contact for all subcontractor and vendor schedule submissions; enforce contract spec requirements and facilitate weekly schedule coordination meetings.
- Produce weekly and monthly performance report packages - earned schedule metrics, milestone status, procurement tracking, and a forward-looking risk register.
- Maintain the long-lead equipment and procurement log and flag delivery risks threatening the construction sequence.
- Support EVM inputs, coordinate design and permit milestone tracking, and facilitate lessons-learned sessions at phase gates and project closeout.
Job benefits At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.
Compensation - Competitive wages based on experience
- Relocation reimbursement (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)
Health & Wellness - 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Retirement & Financial Wealth - 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services
Time Off & Leave Programs - Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Growth & Development - Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Community & Culture - Company events and team-building activities
We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you're passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!
