Junior Scheduler - Agriculture

AcceleratedPM is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Scheduler to support the construction of an agricultural processing facility project. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in scheduling, with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Excel. This role will be instrumental in ensuring project timelines are met, risks are mitigated, and reporting is accurate and insightful.

Location/Travel:

This role is based in the Bay City, Michigan area. The start of the engagement will require two to three weeks on site full time then moving to a more hybrid schedule of one week a month on site. Travel expenses will be paid for.

Duties and responsibilities could include:

• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules using Microsoft Project, ensuring all milestones and dependencies are accurately reflected.
• Leverage advanced Excel skills to create dynamic reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support project tracking and decision-making.
• Monitor and analyze schedule performance, critical path activities, and potential risks, recommending proactive solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Coordinate schedules with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly reports detailing schedule progress, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Work independently while collaborating with senior schedulers and project managers to adjust schedules in response to scope changes or unforeseen challenges.
• Ensure compliance with agriculture industry standards, safety regulations, and company best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in project scheduling and controls, preferably in the agricultural, industrial, or construction sectors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project is required.
• Strong Excel skills for reporting, including pivot tables, formulas, and data visualization.
• Excellent organizational skills, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with diverse teams.
• Strong analytical skills to assess schedule impacts and project risks.

Preferred but Not Required Skills:

• Experience developing interactive dashboards and advanced reporting.
• Background in agricultural processing facility projects or similar industries.
• Exposure to earned value management and productivity tracking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Project Scheduling: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Project: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bay City, MI 48706 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bay City, MI 48706: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bay City, MI 48706

Salary : $95,000 - $110,000