Project Scheduler - Oahu

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Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P IM ADMIN-GENERATION MAINTENANCE Department of the P GENERATION Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

The primary role of the Project Scheduler is to assist Generation Oahu with the effective execution of all maintenance work control processes on equipment overhauls, generating unit outages and station maintenance activities. The Project Scheduler is responsible for the efficient and effective use of planning and scheduling resources to conduct overhaul, outage maintenance and station maintenance activities which result in minimum downtown and maximum productivity. To fulfill these responsibilities, the Project Scheduler is empowered to manage work priority, define craft and skills and engage the proper resources to develop a safe, effective and efficient overhaul and outage work plan .

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as the primary work management specialist for Generation Oahu by reviewing planned work associated with overhauls, generating unit outages, projects, and station backlog to determine scope, duration, priority, sequencing, and resource requirements. Coordinates with Leads, Supervisors, Engineering, Operations Supervisors, and Resource Planners to ensure work is properly defined, ready for execution, and aligned with safety, operational, and project commitments.
• Develops, integrates, and maintains comprehensive workforce and work schedules for overhauls, outages, daily maintenance, and other station activities, including the five-year Generation Oahu maintenance plan, to maximize resource utilization and support safe, efficient execution. Uses available scheduling software to analyze schedule logic, competing priorities, unit availability, material and budget constraints, and labor supply and demand. Coordinates the effective use of maintenance crafts, operations personnel, and contractors, and provides scheduling direction between Generation Operations and Planning & Maintenance to optimize execution and meet project timelines.
• Develops, tracks, analyzes, and maintains accurate and timely performance metrics for maintenance, planning and scheduling functions, including schedule compliance, resource utilization, backlog performance, and plan-versus-actual results. Prepares reports and provides feedback to the Generation Planning and Maintenance Manager and other leaders to support continuous improvement, schedule optimization, and effective execution of maintenance and outage work.
• Serves as a point of contact to update the department intranet site, and to update materials posted on other visual communication media (4Winds software) utilized by the department.
• Promotes teamwork and self-directed workforce in support of the corporate and department mission/vision. Interacts with all employees and other internal and external suppliers and customers in a positive, supportive, and collaborative manner, to ensure the fulfillment of company strategic objectives.
• Supports two-way communication to ensure feedback is received and customer satisfaction is achieved. Looks for and incorporates continuous improvement on job estimates, planning and scheduling by incorporating feedback from Maintenance Supervisors, Leads, Operations Supervisors, Engineers and Resource Planners.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the theories and principles of engineering normally acquired through advanced college level courses or equivalent experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of project engineering, project management and construction associated with electric utility facilities and systems normally acquired through extensive professional engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and procedures as related to specific projects.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, etc.
• Working knowledge of “island” utility technical and planning requirements applicable to project management from planning stages through implementation stages to commercial operation date.
• Knowledge of operating procedures and practices of an electric utility production department.
• Knowledge of an electric utility accounting and budgeting system.
• Participate on continuous improvement teams; learn and apply basic LEAN tools; learn and practice problem solving; and follow and improve standard work.

Skills Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership skills including effective written, oral and listening communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with all levels of the company and with outside contractors, consultants, governmental agencies, community groups and customers.
• Demonstrated skills and proficiency with scheduling programs and resource leveling.
  Demonstrated knowledge and skill with business contracts including the solicitation, negotiation, and management of contracts.
• Demonstrated in-depth analytical and administrative skills for such tasks as preparing and monitoring project requirements and resolving cost and time constraints, conflicting priorities.
• Demonstrated presentation and platform skills for effective group presentations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to handle confrontational, difficult and/or sensitive issues. Ability to handle such issues with professionalism while using tact, courtesy and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to manage successfully multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license. Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.

Experience Requirements

• Engineering degree in mechanical, electrical or civil disciplines with several (3-5) years of experience in maintenance or operations of power plants; OR
• Graduate of a trade school with multiple (5-7) years experience in maintenance and overhauling of power plant equipment; OR
• Extensive (7 or more) years experience in maintenance and overhauling of power plant equipment; some of that experience preferably at the working foreman level or supervisory level experience.
• Few years (1-3) experience in project management is desirable.

Role: Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Pearl City – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Project Scheduler [Req ID 10564] position is $89,100.00 to $113,700.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications.

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
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Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

Applicant Certification
By submitting an application for the position, candidates:
1. Authorize the Hawaiian Electric Companies to confirm all statements contained in the application and/or any materials submitted and made a part of the application as they relate to the position and to the extent permitted by law;
2. Authorize and consent to, without reservation, the Hawaiian Electric Companies sharing any and all information regarding previous or present employment, educational training or personal information from their records and from any other source with the hiring department or subsidiary company;
3. Release, discharge, and hold harmless, Hawaiian Electric Companies, from any and all liability for any damage which may be claimed as a result of furnishing such information to the hiring department or subsidiary company;
4. Authorizes release and transfer of all personnel records to be maintained by the hiring company in the event of an inter-company transfer; and
5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at View phone number on us.fitly.work.

Affiliate Disclaimer

The relationship between Hawaiian Electric and unregulated, energy-related affiliate companies is governed by the Affiliate Transaction Requirements (ATRs) established by the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). The ATRs were established with the PUC's Decision and Order No. 35962 issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019, in Docket No. 2018-0065. With Decision and Order No. 42409, issued on March 23, 2026, in Docket No. 2025-0391, the PUC indefinitely suspended certain sections of the ATRs.

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