Project Scheduler

Purpose

The focus of the Project Scheduler position will be creating updating and analyzing project schedules resource loading and allocationutilizing Primavera P6.

Project Planning and Scheduling

• Utilize Primavers P6 to develop comprehensive project schedules considering all project phases from sales and engineering to procurement production testing and delivery

• Work closely with project managers engineers planning and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and constraints.

• Analyze project scope milestones and deliverables to create accurate and achievable schedules.

• Ensure adherence to project timelines and identify potential scheduling conflicts or risks.

• Conduct regular schedule updates track progress and communicate any deviations to the project team

• Implement earned value management techniques including tracking and analyzing project performance using metrics such as Planned Value Earned Value and Actual Cost

Resource Loading and Allocation

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify resource requirements for each project phase

• Allocate resources efficiently to optimize project schedules and ensure the availability of required resources.

• Monitor resource utilization identify overlaods or imbalances and propose appropriate adjustments.

• Conduct resource leveling to address conflicts and bottlenecks ensuring optimal resource allocation across multiple projects

Microsoft Excel

• Levearage intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills to perform data analysis create complex formulas and generate reports related to project scheduling resource utilzation earned value and performance tracking

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate project schedules updates and critical milestones effectively with project managers engineers planning and other stakeholders

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary project information and ensure alignment between project schedules and other project-related activites.

• Proactively engage with stakeholders to identify and address potential scheduling conflicts resource constraints or project risks.

• Present projct schedules resource allocation plans and performance metrics to project stakeholders providing clear and concise explanations.

  
  
  

REQUIRED

• Must have a minimum three (3) years of experience in planning/scheduling
• Must have three (3) years experience managing project schedules in an industrial environment throughout a projects typical life cycle (Sales Engineering Procurement Manufacturing Testing and Delivery)

DESIRED

• Experience with Enovia and PeopleSoft
• Profiecient with Microsoft Excel: expertise in complex formulas and functions pivot tables macros
• Knowledge of integrating Primavera P6 with other enterprise systems such as enterprise resource planning software.

• Experience with Power BI dashboards

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Comprehensive understanding of project management principles methodologies and best practices.
• Ability to evaluate project performance identify variances and propose corrective actions.
• Strong critical thinking skills excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English with project managers engineers and stakeholders both verbally and in written form.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines
• Proactive and adaptable mindset to anticipate and address potential issues or changes in project schedules
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying update to date with the latest industry trends and advancements in project management software and tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team displaying professionalism and maintaining a positive attitude.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications primarily Word and Excel is required.
• The ability to organize disparate information into a usable form is required.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple functions understand SOPs and deliver consistent timely results.

Working Conditions

• Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place.
• Work surface is stable (flat).

Benefits Statement

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role however may include Health and Wellness Mental Health Retirement Savings Life and Disability Paid Maternity and Parental Leave Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.