Scheduler

Scheduler

We're seeking a Scheduler to support large-scale construction projects, including mission-critical and data center facilities. In this role, you'll partner with project managers, field teams, and stakeholders to develop and maintain project schedules that drive successful project execution from planning through completion.

What You'll Do

• Develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Partner with project teams to track progress, identify risks, and develop solutions to keep projects on schedule.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate project status and improve construction sequencing.
• Prepare schedule updates, forecasts, and progress reports for project leadership.
• Support Pull Planning, Lean construction initiatives, and project pursuit activities.
• Collaborate with operations, project controls, and business development teams to support successful project delivery.

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years of construction scheduling experience.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of CPM scheduling, construction sequencing, and project controls.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience supporting mission-critical, industrial, or data center projects is a plus.

Work Environment & Travel

This role combines office-based work with regular field visits to active construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable working in both office and construction environments, including occasional exposure to varying weather conditions during site visits.

Travel is required and may include assignments supporting projects in locations such as Kansas City, MO; Bowling Green, OH; Charlotte, NC; El Paso, TX; Nashville, TN; and Atlanta, GA. Projects are typically long-term and may last 2-3 years. Travel expenses, project relocation costs, per diem, and periodic trips home are provided in accordance with company travel policies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $57.69/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.