Project Scheduler

Position Overview

LGES Vertech is seeking a highly organized project scheduler to implement and oversee project schedules. The Project Scheduler is responsible for collaborating with project managers, creating baseline schedules, performing schedule updates, incorporating revisions as necessary and monitoring the execution of project timelines. This role will also require preparation of reports to review accuracy of data, analysis of updates relative to the baseline, project progress and performance evaluation reports.

Primary Responsibilities

• Consulting with project managers and technical experts to set up schedule assignments, tasks, and subtasks
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective scheduling management system
• Development and maintenance of resource loaded schedules and coordinating with project team members for reporting and updates
• Coordinating project timelines with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Monitoring project timelines and deadlines
• Identifying potential project schedule delays and facilitating intervention in a timely manner
• Evaluating performance and preparing project progress reports
• Accommodating updates and changes to project schedules
• Recommending actions to keep projects within budget and completed on time
• Keeping stakeholders informed of project timelines and deadlines
• Documenting project scheduling processes and maintaining records
• Monitors project progress by comparing actual versus baseline resource usage, analyzes project variances, and forecasts anticipated expenditures
• Assists project leadership in ERP support

Reporting & Analysis

• Track trends in schedule delays, progress reporting and other critical metrics
• Provide insights on recurring issues to improve processes and reduce risk

Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies in development & review processes and recommend improvements
• Develop standardized procedures and checklists to improve consistency and accuracy
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance controls around scheduling

Required Qualifications

• Experience with Primavera P6
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel and Project)
• Understanding of project controls concepts
• Accuracy with work, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with others
• Ability to handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Procore
• PMP Certification strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• Certification as a PMI scheduling professional (PMI-SP) will be advantageous
• A minimum of two years' experience as a project scheduler in a related industry
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling software, such as Primavera P6 and MS Projects
• Extensive experience in schedule planning and management
• In-depth knowledge of the scope of projects within the industry
• Advanced ability to evaluate project progress and facilitate interventions
• Ability to keep stakeholders informed of project timelines and changes
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills

Working Conditions

• Ability to sit for periods of time at a desk/cubicle
• Hybrid working environment
• Minimal travel required