Civil Construction Project Scheduler

North American Construction Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major civil construction company in Fort McMurray is seeking a Scheduler to support project scheduling and controls. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of civil construction experience and extensive knowledge of Primavera P6. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure. The company offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Market aligned salary & bonus program

Comprehensive health benefits coverage

GRRSP matching program

Paid vacation and personal time

Tuition reimbursement program

Social culture and employee events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience related to scheduling project analytics and controls on civil construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of Primavera.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and respond to emerging and changing priorities.
• Strong understanding of scheduling complexities on large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize project schedule using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project managers to resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Monitor variances and propose corrective actions for project efficiency.
• Conduct data analysis to support decision-making.

Skills

Primavera

Construction Experience

Project Scheduling

Risk Analysis

Cost Control

Schedule Management

Project Planning

Microsoft Project

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Position Scope

NACG is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented scheduler to support project scheduling and controls for a major civil construction project in the Fort McMurray area. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with strong experience in construction management scheduling and project analytics. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Here at NACG we want to be a part of the next step in your employment journey and push your future forward. Our people are what make North American Construction Group an industry leader its our people that keep the largest fleet of equipment in Western Canada running and its our people that keep our job sites safe.

Whats In It for You

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Market aligned salary & bonus program
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage and employer paid premiums
• GRRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement program and career growth and development
• Social culture and employee events

See for yourself from our Senior Business Analyst Curtis : There are a lot of things I like about working for NACG like the opportunity that they open for you for career advancement great team awesome leadership best benefit package for me and my family flexible time if you need some adjustments in your work schedule and of course the compensation I would say that I can see myself retiring at NACG!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop maintain and optimize project schedule using Primavera P6 ensuring alignment with project milestones and overall timelines.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to anticipate and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Implement and oversee project control systems to track progress costs and resource allocation.
• Monitor variances and propose corrective actions to maintain project efficiency.
• Assist in resource loading for materials labor and equipment.
• Conduct data analysis to support decision-making and project optimization.
• Generate reports on project performance schedule adherence and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience related to scheduling project analytics and controls on civil construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of Primavera.
• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and respond to emerging and changing priorities.
• Strong understanding of the complexities involved in scheduling earthworks activities on large-scale construction projects.

Whats Next

After you send us your resume our Recruitment team will work with the hiring division to determine candidates we’d like to meet with. Only people who are short‑listed will be contacted for an interview.

If you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for our Acheson Head Office you will be scheduled to undergo and successfully pass the following pre‑employment testing :

• Have a valid Class 5 Drivers License and ability to provide a recent Drivers Abstract
• Valid CSO
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness (including Bear Awareness)
• Be subject to Random Testing at Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
• Undergo and successfully pass the following pre‑employment testing :
• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Health Assessment
• Audiometric Testing
• Vision Screening

We know you see tons of job postings every week so thanks for making it this far. If you feel like you would be a great fit for a fast‑paced construction and mining company where you will be rewarded on a daily basis please apply - we promise its worth it.

Overview

NACG in a Nutshell

North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 that time we've proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We've also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint expanding to mines outside our provincial borders and providing third‑party maintenance services to clients and customers.

In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers North American has a whole lot more to offer :

• Significant Growth As a company NACG is rapidly expanding and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long Term Contracts With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2025 NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
• Commitment To Safety With a top tier record for safety performance NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
• Market Aligned Compensation NACG provides compensation packages that are aligned with current market information for all employees.
• Attractive Benefits Package With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees NACG ensures that you are covered for life's many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching As you begin your new career you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACGs GRRSP matching.
• Safety focused An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety among employees and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe valued and respected. We recognize the talent perspective and creative influence that diverse groups of people generate and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process please email us at to ask for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories home to the Cree Dene Blackfoot Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.

Become a member of the North American family today!

Key Skills

Primavera,Construction Experience,Project Scheduling,Primavera P6,Risk Analysis,Cost Control,Project Server,Schedule Management,Earned Value Management,Project Planning,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1