Master Scheduler

Role Summary: Responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing the integrated master schedule for the Mesabi Integrated Steel Plant (ISP) Project, covering engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. The role ensures schedule integrity, critical path visibility, and proactive identification of schedule risks across all project disciplines and contractors. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain the integrated master project schedule covering engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) activities for the Mesabi ISP ProjectEstablish scheduling standards, work breakdown structures, and progress measurement methodologies across all project disciplinesConsolidate and integrate schedules from EPC contractors, subcontractors, and vendors into a single master schedulePerform critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and what-if scenario planning to support project decision-makingTrack project progress against baseline schedules, identify variances, and report on schedule performance to project leadershipCoordinate with project controls, cost engineering, and procurement teams to ensure alignment between schedule, cost, and scopePrepare regular schedule status reports, look-ahead schedules, and executive-level schedule summariesSupport schedule recovery planning and mitigation strategies for delayed activities or critical path risksFacilitate schedule review meetings with contractors, engineering teams, and project stakeholdersMaintain schedule baselines, manage change control processes, and ensure accurate schedule documentationProvide scheduling input for contract negotiations, milestone payment structures, and claims analysis as neededMentor and guide junior planning/scheduling staff across the project team Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline15-20 years of experience in project scheduling and planning roles on large-scale industrial or EPC capital projectsExtensive hands-on experience with scheduling software such as Primavera P6Strong knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling, work breakdown structures, and earned value managementExperience integrating multi-contractor schedules on complex greenfield or brownfield industrial projectsStrong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work effectively with EPC contractors, project controls teams, and senior project leadership Working Conditions Based in the United States, dedicated full-time to the Mesabi ISP ProjectOn-site presence required, with periodic travel to contractor and vendor offices as needed Preferred Experience Direct scheduling experience on greenfield integrated steel plant or heavy industrial construction projectsExperience with multi-billion-dollar capital project schedules involving multiple EPC contractorsProfessional certification such as PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) or PMP is a plus Powered by JazzHR IaS9fY8ydt