Project Scheduler

Project Scheduler

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay Rate: $55 - $65.00/hr

6-12 Month Contract-to-hire, FULLY ONSITE NO RELOCATION PACKAGE OFFERED

Job Description

A major utility organization in the Richmond, VA area is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join an established team of seven schedulers supporting a critical business line. This individual will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules for a diverse portfolio of capital projects.

The Project Scheduler will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, and Operations teams to ensure schedule accuracy, forecast project performance, and proactively identify schedule risks and opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Primavera P6 , a solid understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling , and experience supporting large-scale utility, infrastructure, engineering, or construction projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of project scheduling experience supporting capital projects
• Hands-on experience with Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling principles
• Experience developing and maintaining integrated project schedules
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other project reporting tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting utility, transmission, generation, energy, EPC, or infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of project controls, earned value management (EVM), and schedule risk analysis
• Experience working within a PMO or project controls organization
• Familiarity with Primavera Cloud, Power BI, or other project reporting platforms
• AACE PSP, PMP, or other project controls certifications

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules
• Analyze project schedules and identify critical path impacts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure schedule accuracy and alignment
• Monitor project progress and support forecasting efforts
• Identify schedule risks, constraints, and recovery opportunities
• Produce schedule reports and project performance metrics for stakeholders
• Support project controls and governance processes throughout the project lifecycle