Project Scheduler - Electric Utilities

About the role

We are seeking experienced Project Schedulers to support Transmission Capital, Maintenance, and Distribution projects by developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules and related cost data. This position partners closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Controls teams to ensure accurate planning, effective coordination, and efficient project execution. Candidates in the New England region are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules across a portfolio of transmission line, distribution line, and substation projects using predefined templates (from initiation through closeout) aligned to scope, WBS, milestones, and regulatory/contract constraints; establish baseline and coding standards across the portfolio.
• Perform routine project updates (weekly/biweekly/monthly), run CPM calculations, and conduct critical path, float, variance, and trend analyses; produce look-ahead reports and milestone tracking.
• Track schedule performance with earned value metrics (SPI/CPI) and contribute to recovery plans when milestones are at risk; publish portfolio and project control reports for leadership and clients.
• Identify schedule risks, run what-if scenarios, and propose mitigations; support change management processes and schedule QA/QC checks.
• Lead/participate in weekly schedule review meetings with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders; communicate conflicts and recommend actions clearly and promptly.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to embed Project Controls processes into Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and contracts, ensuring alignment of scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting requirements from the outset.
• Review and assess bidders’ proposals for adherence to Project Controls criteria—such as WBS/CBS alignment, schedule baselines, and change management protocols—and make recommendations based on compliance.
• Serve as the Project Controls liaison during contract award and execution phases, verifying that awarded contractors implement agreed Project Controls processes (schedule updates, EVM metrics, delay logs) and escalate any deviations for corrective action.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of work experience in Project Controls, Project Management, or Scheduling.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel—VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM), float analysis, and schedule risk analysis.
• Demonstrated experience working with contracts/RFPs is a plus.
• Experience specifically with large-scale capital projects (utility, construction, or infrastructure) is highly valued.
• Procore experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

About Us

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we are a community of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to our clients and each other. As an ENR Top 100 company, we provide comprehensive engineering, consulting, and automation services to various industries, including gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive success and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. We believe in inclusivity and respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization plans.
• HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts.
• Paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.
• Flexible work schedules.

Pay

This position pays between $100,000 to $130,000 annually and is an exempt position.