Construction Project Scheduler

About the Role:

The P6 Construction Scheduler will play a critical role in planning, tracking, and coordinating construction project schedules using Primavera P6 software. This position involves developing detailed schedules, monitoring progress, analyzing delays, and providing solutions to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The scheduler will work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, managing complex schedules for large-scale commercial or industrial projects with thousands of activities. The role also includes managing data workflows between Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule Development:
• Develop comprehensive project schedules in Primavera P6 for large commercial and industrial projects, often involving thousands of detailed activity lines.
• Define and sequence project activities, milestones, and deliverables based on project scope and contract requirements.
• Schedule Management:
• Regularly update and maintain complex schedules to reflect progress and adapt to changes in project plans.
• Monitor critical path activities, identify potential delays, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct “what-if” analyses to assess the impact of potential changes and develop mitigation strategies.
• Data Management:
• Import and export extensive data sets between Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel for analysis, reporting, and integration with other systems.
• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of data transfers and streamline workflows to improve efficiency.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and vendors to gather schedule inputs and ensure alignment with overall project goals.
• Integrate subcontractor schedules into the master plan, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all contributors.
• Analysis and Reporting:
• Perform in-depth schedule performance analysis, including earned value management and variance analysis.
• Create detailed reports on schedule status, potential delays, and recommended actions for stakeholders.
• Present schedule updates, progress metrics, and performance insights in project meetings.
• Compliance and Documentation:
• Ensure all schedules adhere to contractual requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate records of schedule updates, modifications, and supporting documentation.

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

• Proven experience as a Construction Scheduler, with demonstrated proficiency in managing schedules for large commercial or industrial projects with thousands of activity lines.
• Expertise in Primavera P6, particularly in building and managing complex, multi-tiered schedules.
• Experience in importing/exporting data between Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel for comprehensive analysis and reporting.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of scheduling methodologies, including Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Familiarity with additional project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and techniques.
• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles and workflows.