Senior Project Controls Scheduler (Primavera P6 SME)

Job Description Job Description Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing firm, and we are recruiting for a Senior Project Controls Scheduler (Nuclear Construction) to support a leading clean energy organization advancing next-generation small modular reactor (SMR) technology. This is a 40-hour/week staff augmentation contract with an initial 12-month term offering potential to extend or convert to permanent employment. This onsite role is located in the City Centre Complex in Houston, TX 77024. W2 Compensation: $90 - $100/hour ( commensurate with experience) Citizenship Status: Due to Federal requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required Eligibility: Must be eligible to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810 Position Summary The Senior P6 Scheduler will play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of a complex nuclear project from initial design through final client delivery. Applicants demonstrating a deep understanding of the unique regulatory, technical, and logistical challenges inherent in the nuclear industry highly preferred. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project objectives, contractual requirements, and PMO standards. The role requires close collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain teams to accurately reflect design milestones, procurement activities, manufacturing timelines, and delivery schedules. The Senior Scheduler will proactively identify schedule risks, analyze critical paths, and recommend mitigation strategies to maintain project performance. Additionally, this position will provide expert guidance on scheduling best practices, facilitate schedule reviews, ensure compliance with governance standards, and deliver clear, actionable reporting to project leadership and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develop and Maintain Project Schedules Create, update, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6. Ensure alignment with project scope, budget, and resource plans. Integrate Schedules Across Programs Consolidate multiple project schedules into integrated master schedules. Coordinate dependencies and interfaces between projects. Perform Schedule Analysis Conduct critical path analysis, float analysis, and risk assessments. Identify schedule variances and recommend corrective actions. Support Project Controls Collaborate with cost engineers and project managers to align schedule and cost data. Provide earned value analysis and progress reporting. Ensure Compliance with PMO Standards Apply PMO governance, scheduling standards, and best practices. Maintain consistency in coding structures, calendars, and resource assignments. Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field is required . An advanced degree is preferred. 10+ years of full-time working experience in project scheduling within large-scale EPC projects or programs (preferably in energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors) is required . 10+ years working with Primavera P6, is required. Must have exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, with an emphasis on coordinating conflicting demands and priorities and the ability to manage complex programs/projects with multiple work phases. Must be able to demonstrate strong technical writing skills with excellent communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Job #415053 Company Description Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid time off, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.