Engineering Scheduler - PL#11022

Peter Lucas Project Management Inc.; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management firm is seeking an Engineering Scheduler to provide essential project planning support. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in scheduling methodologies and project controls, contributing to engineering tasks and deliverables. The position requires in-person attendance at the Saskatoon office, with potential for flexible remote work. Competitive wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Health And Dental Benefits

Pension Matching

Qualifications

• 4 to 9 years of relevant experience for intermediate level, 10+ years for senior level.
• Familiarity with engineering design elements and coordination.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide project planning and scheduling support for engineering tasks.
• Develop and maintain work breakdown structures and CPM schedules.
• Analyze schedule progress and update activities and baselines.
• Consult with Engineering Manager on workflow and schedule improvements.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project

Experience in Project Controls

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to build rapport and work collaboratively

Strong attention to detail

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

JIRA

Wrike

Job description

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for an Engineering Scheduler to join our team.

At Peter Lucas, we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

This position provides essential project planning and scheduling support focused on the engineering team’s tasks and deliverables. The role involves maintaining and updating project schedules, analyzing progress, and assisting the Project Engineer to ensure accurate forecasting and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of engineering workflows, scheduling methodologies, and project controls within an engineering, procurement, and construction management environment. Regular in-person attendance at the Saskatoon office is expected, with some potential for flexible remote work.

Key Duties

• Provide project planning and scheduling support specifically for engineering-related tasks and deliverables
• Develop and maintain work breakdown structures (WBS), critical path method (CPM) schedules, and baseline management
• Analyze schedule progress weekly and monthly; update activities and baselines incorporating project change orders
• Collaborate with the Project Engineer to support project forecasts and scheduling accuracy
• Attend and contribute to project meetings, providing feedback on schedule status and risks
• Prepare schedule inputs required for engineering team submissions and project funding approvals
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting critical deadlines and reporting requirements
• Consult with Engineering Manager and Project Engineering team on workflow and schedule improvements
• Educate and train users on schedule requirements, processes, and best practices
• Regularly attend the Saskatoon office with potential flexibility for remote work part-time

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.

Qualifications

• 4 to 9 years of relevant experience (intermediate level); 10+ years for senior level
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project (5+ years preferred)
• Experience in Project Controls, Project Management, or Engineering (5+ years preferred)
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
• Familiarity with engineering design elements and coordination between disciplines, vendors, and teams
• Experience with scheduling/project management software such as JIRA or Wrike is desirable but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build rapport and work collaboratively with colleagues
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload effectively
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Health And Dental Benefits.
• Pension Matching.