Project Scheduler

Job Description

Summary
The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing construction schedules to support successful project execution across all phases of electrical construction projects. This role partners with project managers, field leadership, and construction operations teams to identify critical path activities, monitor progress, and proactively address schedule risks. By providing accurate forecasting, productivity analysis, and schedule reporting, the Project Scheduler enables informed decision-making to help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

What you'll do:

Schedule Development and Management
• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed construction schedules using Primavera P6 (or similar).
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to gather schedule inputs related to material procurement, labor planning, and installation sequencing.
• Identify and manage critical path activities to support timely execution of project milestones.
• Process schedule updates, revisions, and logic changes as projects evolve.
• Document scheduling processes and maintain accurate schedule records.

Project Timeline Coordination and Analysis
• Define sequencing and methods of work for electrical installations within the overall construction schedule.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to track performance against plan.
• Identify potential schedule constraints, delays, and labor impacts, and assist with mitigation strategies.
• Prepare progress updates, look-ahead schedules, and manpower projections to support forecasting and planning.

Reporting and Productivity Insights
• Analyze field installation data to identify trends, productivity impacts, and schedule variances.
• Prepare and distribute schedule and progress reports to project teams and construction leadership.

• Prepare and present succinct schedule summaries with potential risks for executive management.
  • Support construction operations with forecasting tools that enable proactive planning and resource allocation.

Communication and Collaboration
• Maintain frequent, open communication with project teams, general foremen, and project delivery partners.
• Keep stakeholders informed of schedule status, key milestones, and risks.
• Support project teams in making data-driven decisions related to schedule and execution.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Project Scheduler in construction or a related industry.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 or similar project scheduling software.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and managing schedules for large, multi-phase construction projects.
  • Solid knowledge of electrical construction; data center construction experience preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret schedule data and identify trends.
  • Excellent organizational, time-management, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to influence project outcomes.

Certifications (Preferred)
• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification preferred.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred.

Physical Demands
• Work performed in both office and active construction site environments.
• Occasional site visits to local Chicagoland jobsites.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during office and field activities.

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. From high rises to health care facilities, factories to financial centers, data centers to educational facilities, hotels to recreational and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.

Working for Continental Electrical Construction provides:
• Assistance, tools, and resources for success
• A collaborative, engaging, and respectful workplace
• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development
• A values-based working environment:

E: Everyone United
N: Nurture Communication
E: Enforce Accountability
R: Relationships Matter
G: Growth and Development
Y: You Make the Difference

Continental Electrical Construction offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate's relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; profit sharing; retirement benefits; company-provided life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program; and company-subsidized wellness programs.

Continental Electrical Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, arrest or conviction record, source of income, or credit history.