Project Scheduler/Primavera P6 Administrator- Any FE Location

About the role

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. FirstEnergy takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. In addition, your actual base salary will depend on various factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. The estimated pay range for this role is $94,775- $133,800. The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, include a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $113,730- $160,560.

Responsibilities

• Data Entry and Maintenance: Inputting project data into the Primavera P6 system, including project activities, durations, resources, and relationships between tasks.
• Schedule Monitoring: Assisting in monitoring project progress by comparing actual work completed to the planned schedule. Identifying discrepancies and helping to develop corrective action plans.
• Generating Reports: Supporting and producing regular schedule reports and schedule updates for project managers. This may involve extracting data from P6 and presenting it in a clear and concise manner.
• Resource Management: Assisting in managing project resources by ensuring they are properly assigned to activities and responsible groups are identified accurately.
• Risk Assessment: Supporting the identification and analysis of potential schedule risks and assisting in developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaboration: Working with the project team to collect information, verify progress, and ensure that the schedule reflects the most up-to-date status of the project.
• Training and Learning: Continuously learning and improving your knowledge of Primavera P6, project scheduling best practices, and project management processes and practices.
• Adherence to Standards: Following established scheduling procedures, company guidelines, and industry best practices to maintain data integrity and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as project management, engineering, construction management, business administration (or equivalent experience)
• 5 years of relevant experience in project scheduling, planning, or project management
• Professional certifications related to project management and scheduling is a plus
• Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other industry-standard tools is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey information
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently
• Familiarity with construction and design services industry practices and terminology is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace