Senior Project Controls Specialist (P6)

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is currently looking for a Senior Project Controls Specialist (P6). This is a long-term contract assignment with our client, who is at the forefront of advanced nuclear innovation, designing remote, robotic, and automated systems that directly support Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology. Target W2 hourly compensation: $80.00/hour (commensurate with experience) Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is required. Location: Houston, TX 77024 (100% Onsite) Must-haves: Primavera P6 Expertise Required This role requires advanced, hands-on Primavera P6 expertise. Candidates must have extensive experience building, owning, and driving integrated EPC schedules — not simply updating schedules created by others. Minimum Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required. An advanced degree is preferred. Alternatively, an additional 4 years (14 years total) of directly applicable working experience may be considered instead of a degree. Experience: Minimum of 15 years of full-time working experience in project scheduling within large-scale projects or programs (preferably in energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors), with at least 5 of those 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. 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. 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, and deliver clear, actionable reporting to project leadership and stakeholders. Applicants must have first-hand project experience in nuclear power plant outages or nuclear projects, demonstrating a deep understanding of the unique regulatory, technical, and logistical challenges inherent in the nuclear industry. As part of the PMO, the Senior P6 Scheduler will ensure compliance with governance standards, support change management processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a senior-level role requiring advanced technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a highly regulated environment. Essential Duties and 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 an integrated master schedule. 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. Core Competencies: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these core competencies. Problem-solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations. Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity. Can create, read, and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization. Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently. Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations, and solicits feedback to improve performance. Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution. Safety Culture: Adheres to the company’s Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards. Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding of the implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1. Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy regulation 10 CFR, Part 810. JSG offers access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 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. #D305