Project Scheduler
* Contract Length: 1 Year
* Location: Calgary or Edmonton, AB T5J 0H3
Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.
Job Overview
The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing detailed project schedules for one or more major projects. This role works closely with cross-functional project teams to ensure schedules are aligned with project objectives, execution strategies, and enterprise standards. The position plays a key role in monitoring schedule performance, supporting decision-making, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, detail, and maintain project schedules in collaboration with project stakeholders across planning, procurement, development, construction, and maintenance phases
* Ensure adherence to enterprise scheduling standards, including the development and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
* Update and refine schedules as projects progress, incorporating earned value data and inputs from construction tracking and reporting systems
* Analyze schedule performance and communicate impacts, risks, and variances to the Project Manager and stakeholders
* Assess the impact of schedule updates on baseline plans and ensure resource requirements are properly integrated and maintained throughout the project lifecycle
* Develop and manage schedule performance indicators and reporting metrics
* Provide technical expertise in scheduling, planning, and logistics, including development of "what-if" scenarios and analysis of critical path activities
* Identify critical path elements and recommend logic-driven solutions to optimize project timelines
* Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients, partners, and consultants, to support schedule accuracy and alignment
* Prepare and deliver reports, schedules, updates, and other documentation required for project execution and completion
* Interface with project teams and key stakeholders to gather accurate data for effective schedule development and critical path management
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience
* Minimum of 10+ years of experience in engineering and construction capital projects, with pipeline or similar industry experience preferred
* Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6
* Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently as a senior scheduling professional
* Proven ability to manage and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with tools such as EcoSys, Oracle Cloud, and Power BI
Working Conditions
* Primarily office-based environment
* Occasional travel to project sites, including field locations, may be required
* Overnight travel may be necessary depending on project needs
* Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when visiting field sites
* Expected to deliver accurate reports and schedule data within established timelines
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Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
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