Project Scheduler II

Job Description

Job Description

At Nexus Engineering Group, our Project Schedulers keep complex engineering and construction projects on track from concept to commissioning. As a Project Scheduler on our Project Services team, you'll partner with Project Managers and Discipline Leads to build the schedules that drive on-time, on-budget delivery — and you'll have a direct line of sight into how your work shapes project outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Build, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules in Primavera P6, from front-end loading (FEL) and detailed design through construction and commissioning.
• Establish project logic networks, baselines, forecasts, and schedule quality checks across your assigned projects.
• Track earned value, run schedule variance analysis, and produce performance reports that give project leadership a clear read on trends.
• Partner with Project Managers and Discipline Leads to gather progress updates and integrate schedule inputs.
• Surface schedule risks early and present recovery options to project and functional leadership.
• Contribute to lessons learned, standardization, and continuous improvement of scheduling tools and practices.

What You'll Bring (Required)

• 5–10+ years of experience developing and maintaining engineering or construction project schedules (open to candidates outside this range with equivalent qualifications).
• Hands-on Primavera P6 experience.
• Working knowledge of earned value management, forecasting, and schedule performance metrics.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and deliver under pressure.

Nice to Have (Preferred)

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) certification.
• CCP (Certified Cost Professional) certification.

Working Conditions

• Travel up to 25% for client and project site visits.
• May include time at active construction sites; appropriate PPE will be provided.

Compensation for all candidates is determined based on experience, qualifications, skill set, certifications, work location, and market conditions. In addition to base pay, Nexus Engineering Group offers a comprehensive compensation package that may include eligibility for discretionary bonuses and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees the opportunity to share in the long-term success of the company.

Competitive Benefits

Learn more about our competitive benefits in detail.

Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com . 

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 

Third‑Party Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.