Jobs · Management · North Carolina

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.

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