Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Data Center Senior Scheduler, COM

Accenture; Toronto; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects seeks a Data Center Senior Scheduler (Scheduling IV) in Toronto. You will create and manage detailed project schedules across all construction phases, define activities, allocate resources, and track progress against baselines.

You will identify critical paths, report earned value and milestones, and coordinate with managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors to align updates. A Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in scheduling are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related field, OR equivalent relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably within data center or mission-critical construction projects.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage detailed project schedules covering all phases of data center construction, from design through closeout.
• Define activities, sequence workflows, estimate durations, and allocate resources to build accurate project timelines.
• Identify critical paths, milestones, and dependencies to ensure schedules align with owner objectives.
• Track progress against the baseline schedule, preparing regular reports with earned value, milestone, and variance analyses.
• Identify schedule risks early, assess potential impacts, and recommend or implement mitigation strategies.
• Perform "what-if" analyses and develop recovery schedules to keep projects on track amid changes or disruptions.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors to align and communicate schedule updates effectively.
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier schedules into a cohesive master schedule using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Optimize workflows and resource allocations to enhance efficiency and meet project deadlines.
• Document actual versus planned timelines, maintain historical schedule data, and analyze lessons learned for future improvement.

Skills

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Data Center Senior Scheduler, COM

Construction Management | Project Controls | Full-time Job No. 1661 | Toronto

You’ve Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough." You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you’ll do exactly that. You’ll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we’re transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future. Because "good enough" builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm. Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects

• (Internal Title: Scheduling IV)
  • You’ll create and manage detailed project schedules covering all phases of data center construction, from design through closeout
  • You’ll define activities, sequence workflows, estimate durations, and allocate resources to build accurate project timelines
  • You’ll identify critical paths, key milestones, and dependencies to ensure schedules align with owner objectives
  • You’ll track progress against the baseline schedule, preparing regular reports with earned value, milestone, and variance analyses
  • You’ll identify schedule risks early, assess potential impacts, and recommend or implement mitigation strategies
  • You’ll perform "what-if" analyses and develop recovery schedules to keep projects on track amid changes or disruptions
  • You’ll collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors to align and communicate schedule updates effectively
  • You’ll coordinate subcontractor and supplier schedules into a cohesive master schedule using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Proect
  • You’ll optimize workflows and resource allocations to enhance efficiency and meet project deadlines
  • You’ll document actual versus planned timelines, maintain historical schedule data, and analyze lessons learned for future improvement

• Working Conditions
  • The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related field, OR equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably within data center or mission-critical construction projects
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Proven ability to manage complex schedules for large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with owner objectives
• Knowledge of industry standards such as PMI or AACE scheduling guidelines is preferred
• Strong understanding of construction processes, workflows, and dependencies, with a focus on MEP systems
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse project teams and stakeholders

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The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit - in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.

Role Location Annual Salary Range

Ontario $118,000 to $177,000

Toronto

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