Lead Scheduler, Construction
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Houston, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelMedium
Full TimeSenior LevelMedium
Job Summary
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules for multiple large-scale construction and energy infrastructure projects from engineering through commissioning. Lead project scheduling strategy using Primavera P6, perform critical path and earned value analyses, and integrate contractor schedules to ensure accurate milestone tracking. Partner with project managers and executive leadership to develop recovery strategies, present schedule health forecasts, and establish continuous improvement standards. Mentor junior schedulers and support claims analysis and change management as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 8–12 years of project scheduling or project controls experience supporting large industrial, energy, EPC, oil & gas, power generation, data center, or heavy construction projects
- Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6
- Strong understanding of master schedule integration, CPM scheduling methodologies, resource planning, earned value management, forecasting, and project controls principles
- Experience supporting projects through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup phases
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, construction sequencing, procurement schedules, and commissioning plans
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex project information to executive leadership
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive accountability without direct authority
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Acumen Fuse, Oracle Primavera Cloud, Power BI, or similar project controls software
- PMP, PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional), or other project controls certifications
- Experience supporting power generation, microgrid, renewable energy, oil & gas, or large industrial construction projects
- Knowledge of cost controls, estimating, and integrated project controls
- Experience developing executive dashboards and portfolio-level reporting
- Familiarity with EPC project execution methodologies and contractor management
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