Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Contingency Plans, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Facilities Management, Financial Metrics, Forecasting, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Control, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Evaluation, Project Management Software, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Reporting Dashboards, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Status Reports, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
Job#: 3030840
Job Description:
Senior Project Scheduler (10-15 Years Experience)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Scheduler with 10-15 years of progressive experience to lead scheduling efforts for large, complex projects. This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with organizational and industry best practices. The Senior Project Scheduler will work closely with project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing strategic insight into schedule performance, cost controls, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the project scheduling function, leveraging extensive experience to develop, optimize, and maintain detailed project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software.
- Develop comprehensive project cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts; monitor actual performance against plans and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret project data to generate detailed performance reports and dashboards for project teams and executive stakeholders.
- Provide strategic, data-driven insights to support executive-level decision-making.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities, driving the development and execution of effective mitigation and contingency plans.
- Prepare and deliver high-level project status reports and presentations, clearly communicating schedule, performance, and financial metrics to key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with established project management processes, procedures, and industry best practices across the project team.
- Foster a culture of effective communication, collaboration, and accountability among internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Mentor and guide junior scheduling and project control team members, promoting professional growth and best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Over 10 years of progressive experience in project scheduling or related project controls roles, with demonstrated success managing complex projects.
- Advanced proficiency with project management and scheduling software, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
- Proven leadership experience, with a strong track record of collaboration in team-oriented environments.
- Ability to inspire, guide, and mentor team members while driving alignment across multiple stakeholders.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Waynesboro, GA, US
Job Type:
Engineering and Technicians
Date Posted:
April 15, 2026
Pay Range:
$45 - $65 per hour
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