Project Scheduler I
Cinterra · Hope Mills, NC · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Are you passionate about delivering large-scale infrastructure projects that power a sustainable future? We are seeking a highly motivated Mid-Level Project Scheduler to support the planning, scheduling, and successful execution of utility-scale solar and renewable energy projects throughout the United States. This role is ideal for an experienced scheduler who enjoys working in a fast-paced construction environment, collaborating with project teams, and driving schedule performance from project award through closeout. You will play a critical role in helping project managers, field operations, and executive leadership maintain visibility into project progress, risks, and opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules utilizing Primavera P6.
- Create baseline schedules, resource-loaded schedules, and progress update schedules.
- Coordinate schedule development with Project Managers, Superintendents, Construction Managers and subcontractors.
- Perform schedule updates and analyze progress against baseline plans.
- Identify critical path activities, schedule risks, float erosion, and potential delays.
- Support monthly forecasting earned value analysis, and executive reporting.
- Develop schedule recovery and mitigation plans for delayed activities.
- Prepare schedule narratives, schedule variance reports, and key performance metrics.
- Participate in project planning meetings, progress reviews, and risk assessment sessions.
- Ensure schedule alignment with procurement, installation, commissioning, and client milestones.
- Generate look-ahead schedules and support field execution planning.
- Assist with delay analyses, change order evaluations, and claims documentation when required.
- Collaborate with project controls teams to integrate cost and schedule performance metrics.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of scheduling processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 3-7 years of project scheduling experience in construction, energy, infrastructure, industrial, or EPC environments.
- Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6.
- Understanding of CPM (Critical Path Method) scheduling principles.
- Experience updating and maintaining detailed construction schedules.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Office 365.
- Experience supporting utility-scale solar, BESS, transmission, substations, or renewable energy construction projects.
- Knowledge of project controls methodologies and earned value management.
- Experience with resource loading and productivity analysis.
- Familiarity with schedule delay analysis techniques.
- Experience creating executive-level schedule dashboards and reports.
- PMI-SP, PSP (AACE), PMP, or related project controls certifications preferred.
What Success Looks Like
- Maintain accurate and reliable project schedules.
- Provide proactive identification of schedule risks and recovery opportunities.
- Deliver timely schedule updates and meaningful project insights.
- Support project teams in achieving key contractual milestones.
- Help drive predictable project outcomes through disciplined planning and controls.
- Serve as a trusted partner to project management and field leadership.
Benefits
- Work on some of the nation's largest renewable energy projects.
- Be part of a growing organization committed to innovation and sustainability.
- Collaborate with experienced industry professionals.
- Competitive compensation and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Career growth opportunities within project controls and management leadership.