Scheduler (On Site Position)

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Position Description

Position Summary

New River Electrical is looking for a qualified Project Scheduler with knowledge in the construction industry. As the Project Scheduler, you will support the Operations function and their projects. The Project Scheduler is responsible for creating, maintaining, monitoring, and analyzing project schedules, ensuring the seamless execution of our projects. Your expertise in optimizing resource allocation, mitigating risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams will be instrumental in driving the success of our organization. This position reports to the Project Scheduling Supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide insights, expertise, training, and assistance to the Operations team related to scheduling acumen and best practices.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Prepare project schedules that are logic-tied, complete, and accurate in detail depicting contract milestone dates, work activities, deliverables, and durations.
• Prepare resource loaded departmental schedules that accurately depict the current work backlog and projected labor and equipment requirements.
• Attend client project meetings and prepare and present schedule reports, Gantt charts, and other visual aids to communicate project status and timelines effectively.
• Ensure schedules developed consider customer outages and/or critical project milestones.
• Assist Project teams with the development of cash flows upon completion of project schedules.
• Assist in the development of project bids and proposals, providing accurate schedule estimates and supporting documentation.
• Monitor project progress, update schedules regularly, identify potential delays or risks that may impact project timelines, and develop contingency plans to mitigate.
• Perform monthly departmental schedule updates.
• Document project scheduling processes and maintain detailed records.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred or hands on experience in the construction field with preference toward utility. Formal apprenticeship programs for field experience candidates preferred.
• Certification in scheduling, such as PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) or Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), is highly desirable.
• Proficient in using scheduling software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Critical Path Method (CPM), and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Proven success in schedule development and maintenance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify schedule risks.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Travel

Travel for this position is required and will consist of overnight stays.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is required to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

Pay Transparency

The expected salary range for this position is $695,000 - $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.