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Sargent & Lundy

Senior Scheduler

Sargent & Lundy, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.As a Senior Project Scheduler for Capital Projects, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing and maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for the development of detailed schedules for scopes of work associated with electric capital infrastructure projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, you will perform the following tasks:Implement project controls tools and methodologyDevelop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practicesPerform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when requiredSupport schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risksProvide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.Proactively manage schedule variances and have a questioning attitude with project deviations.Support month end closing and phase gate processesEnsure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reportsAssemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needsAnalyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision makingInterface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performanceInterface with cost analyst staff to develop time-phased cost forecastsThere is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings.QualificationsEssential skills and experience:Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling softwareFamiliarity with the practical application of project controls7+ years of project experiencePost-secondary graduateCommunication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to make a valuable impact on project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to delivering high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.Valued but not required skills and experience:Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industryAACE CST, or PMI EquivalentWorking towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI EquivalentIn lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent trainingOr in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testingSargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.City: ChicagoState: ILCountry: United StatesArea of Interest: Project ManagementType: Full Time - RegularJob ID: 2024-12781Business Group: Chief Operations Officer GroupDepartment: Project Controls and Scheduling Division

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