Lead Scheduler

Michael Page International

Amarillo, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$80 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Services, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction Engineering, Corrective Action, Cost Analysis, Cost Forecasting, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Leadership, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Natural Resources, Needs Assessment, Performance Analysis, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primavera, Project Control, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Risk Management, Sales Management, Schedule Development, Spreadsheets, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Amarillo, TX
POSTED
2 days ago
  • Engineering design leading firm supporting TD&S grid mod projects
  • Hybrid Schedule with flexibility to work from home or in office
About Our Client

This position is with a global leader in the power and energy industry specializing in transmission, distribution, and substation projects across the US. The company values expertise and precision in delivering high-quality results for its clients and a collaborative work culture offering a direct path to senior leadership roles.

Job Description

As a Lead Project Scheduler for CapitalProjects, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for the development of detailed schedules for scopes of work associated with electric capital infrastructure projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, you will perform the following tasks:
  • Implement project controls tools and methodology
  • Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices
  • Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required
  • Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
  • Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.
  • Proactively manage schedule variances and have a questioning attitude with project deviations.
  • Support month end closing and phase gate processes
  • Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.
  • Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports
  • Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs
  • Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making
  • Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance
  • Interface with cost analyst staff to develop time-phased cost forecasts
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Essential skills and experience:
  • Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software
  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
  • 2+ years of project experience
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
  • Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.
  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
  • i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent
  • ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
What's on Offer
  • Competitive hourly pay between $50 and $80 USD.
  • Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Project Manager T&D to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.


If you are a motivated Lead Scheduler looking to make an impact in the business services industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact

Dom Delia

Quote job ref

JN-032026-6984543

About the Company

M

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/