Interstates

Senior Construction Project Scheduler (Data Center)

Interstates$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • 7+ years of construction scheduling experience, with 5 years using Primavera P6.
  • Experience scheduling large industrial or hyperscale data center projects is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Strong understanding of CPM scheduling principles and recovery planning.
  • Expertise in industrial construction or MEP is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with teams to break down complex projects into clear tasks, milestones, and deliverables.
  • Build and maintain detailed schedules in Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject.
  • Identify and communicate critical paths and near-critical paths in project schedules.
  • Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to optimize their use across projects.
  • Monitor schedule performance against baselines and analyze variances.
  • Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies with project leaders.
  • Lead schedule review meetings and support issue resolution.

Benefits

  • Flexible work location options including remote work with a preference for candidates near office locations.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and development as a subject matter expert in scheduling.
  • Participation in continuous improvement of scheduling standards and processes.
  • Collaboration with various stakeholders across project phases for dynamic work experience.
  • Potential attendance at leadership meetings to present schedule status and forecasts.
Full Job Description
Senior Construction Project Scheduler (Data Centers) Interstates | Multiple Locations or Remote (Preference for Office Locations) At Interstates, we know that project success starts long before boots hit the ground. It begins with a schedule-crafted with precision, grounded in real-world conditions, and built by someone who understands how to keep complex hyperscale data center projects moving safely and efficiently. If that sounds like you, youre in the right place. What Youll Do Project Planning  Partner with estimating, project management, and operations leadership to break down complex hyperscale data center projects into clear tasks, milestones, and deliverables.  Support the creation and structure of work packages aligned with field workflows and execution strategies.  Provide scheduling guidance during project pursuit, planning, and execution phases. Schedule Development  Build and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject.  Define activity sequencing, dependencies, and duration based on scope, drawings, and project leadership input.  Establish schedule baselines in partnership with project leadership.  Develop and oversee multiple project schedules simultaneously across large-scale data center programs. Critical Path & Schedule Analysis  Identify, maintain, and communicate the critical path and near-critical paths.  Develop custom reports and schedule views that highlight risks and impacts.  Provide strategic schedule recommendations to project leadership and clients. Resource Allocation  Coordinate labor, equipment, and material needs to optimize availability and utilization.  Identify constraints and recommend adjustments that keep work on track. Progress Tracking & Reporting  Monitor schedule performance against the baseline and analyze variances.  Deliver updates, look-aheads, and recovery recommendations.  Support earned value analysis when applicable.  Present schedule status, forecasts, and recovery plans to senior leadership and client stakeholders. Risk Management  Identify schedule risks including long-lead materials, design changes, subcontractor delays, weather impacts, and procurement impacts.  Build mitigation strategies and integrate contingency plans.  Work with project leadership to develop what-if scenario planning. Leadership & Mentorship  Serve as the scheduling subject matter expert for assigned projects.  Mentor and provide guidance to Project Schedulers and project teams on scheduling best practices.  Support the continuous improvement of scheduling standards, templates, and processes across the organization. Collaboration & Communication  Work closely with project managers, engineers, programmers, field leaders, subcontractors, and clients to maintain alignment.  Lead schedule review meetings and support timely issue resolution.  Collaborate directly with owners and trade partners to ensure schedule alignment across all phases of construction. Software Utilization  Maintain advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, including resource loading, WBS structuring, baselining, and quality checks.  Ensure schedule quality meets company and industry standards. What Were Looking For  Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.  7+ years of construction scheduling experience, with at least 5 years utilizing Primavera P6.  Experience scheduling large industrial, mission critical, or hyperscale data center projects strongly preferred.  Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.  Strong understanding of CPM scheduling principles and schedule recovery planning.  Industrial construction and/or MEP experience strongly preferred.  Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.  Understanding of construction methods, industrial processes, and project execution. Travel & Location  Travel up to 50%, depending on project needs.  May be based in Tulsa, OK | Omaha, NE | Sioux Center, IA | Sioux Falls, SD.  Remote considered with preference given to candidates near an Interstates office. Ready to Build Whats Next? If this sounds like the right fit, apply today and discover firsthand why Interstates is an industry leader-in our work, our culture, and our commitment to people.

About Interstates

Interstates is an electrical engineering, construction, and automation company that provides innovative solutions to industrial and manufacturing clients across the United States. The company was founded in 1953 and has grown to become a leading provider of electrical engineering and automation services. Interstates has a team of over 1,000 professionals who work together to deliver high-quality solutions that help clients improve their operations and increase their efficiency. The company is committed to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, and has a proven track record of success in the industry.
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1,000 employees
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Founded
1933

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