Senior Scheduler Data Centers
On-site · New Paltz, New York, United States
Job Summary
Senior Scheduler for data center construction projects in New Paltz, NY. Lead scheduling strategy and mentor a team of remote consultants; integrate design, procurement, and commissioning schedules into actionable execution plans. Responsibilities include creating detailed project schedules during planning/design phases, maintaining baselines, conducting risk assessments and what-if analyses, coordinating with design, procurement, and cost teams, managing commissioning timelines across mechanical, electrical, and IT systems, leveraging MS Project and Procore for real-time visibility, and facilitating client meetings and quarterly reviews. Must have deep expertise in project scheduling, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to manage complex, phased construction timelines.
Required Qualifications
- 8–12+ years of experience in data center construction scheduling or project management
- Advanced proficiency in scheduling software – MS Project required; P6 experience a plus
- Experience with phased delivery models and early equipment procurement in mission-critical environments
- Strong understanding of how scheduling interfaces with cost, procurement, risk, and change management
- Experience developing integrated schedules across multiple trades and cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to lead schedule review meetings, recovery planning workshops, and commissioning coordination
- Hands-on field construction experience and understanding of jobsite dynamics
- Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience in the data center / mission-critical industry is required
- Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy Nukes – EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army – Power Generation, Corps of Engineers; Air Force – Power Production; Generator Techs; Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.)
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