Project Scheduler

Valard Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility contractor in Edmonton is looking for 1 Junior and 1 Experienced Project Scheduler to join their team. The role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, collaborating with project teams, and identifying schedule risks. Candidates should have a background in project scheduling, proficiency in Primavera P6, and strong analytical skills. The positions are primarily office-based but may require occasional site assignments. This is a great opportunity for those looking to further their career in project controls and analytics.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• 1 - 5 years' experience with project scheduling.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and TILOS.
• In-depth knowledge of CPM scheduling and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules.
• Integrate contractor and engineering schedules into a master schedule.
• Facilitate schedule review meetings and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Resource Leveling

Forecasting

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Post-Secondary Education in a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

TILOS

MS Project

PowerBI

Job description

Overview

Our Project Controls & Analytics group is currently looking to add 2 Project Schedulers to our growing team, based in Edmonton, AB. Reporting to the Scheduling Manager, we are seeking 1 Junior and 1 Experienced Scheduler who has knowledge and experience in supporting the development, maintenance, and analysis of project schedules for engineering and construction projects. These roles collaborate with project teams to ensure schedules are aligned with project objectives and deadlines and contributes to identifying schedule risks and developing mitigation strategies while assisting with schedule development, updates, reporting, and forecasting.

Note: The positions are primarily office-based; however, occasional site assignments and site shift work may be required based on project demands.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules using Primavera P6, MS Project and TILOS (Time Location Scheduling Software)
• Integrate contractor, engineering, procurement, and construction schedules into a master EPC schedule
• Perform critical path and near-critical path analysis and communicate schedule risks
• Facilitate schedule review meetings and prepare monthly progress reports and lookahead schedules
• Maintain schedule baselines and track changes, delay events, and progress updates
• Interface with project managers, estimators, and field teams to ensure accurate forecasting and sequencing
• Support project controls processes such as earned value management and change management
• Conduct forensic schedule analysis for claims and time impact analysis, when required
• Mentor junior schedulers and support continuous improvement of scheduling processes and tools
• Engage with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and site personnel
• Communicate schedule status, risks, and mitigation strategies clearly and confidently to both office and site-based stakeholders
• Act as the subject matter expert on project schedules, providing guidance and recommendations to Project Managers, Construction Managers, and field teams

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Education in a related field
• 1 - 5 Years' experience with Project Scheduling
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (including layouts, filters, global changes, coding) and TILOS (including layouts, filters, global changes, coding)
• In-depth knowledge of CPM scheduling, resource leveling, and schedule validation best practices
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Proven understanding of engineering and construction workflows, milestones, and interfaces
• Familiarity with earned value management and cost control systems

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Utility Construction experience
• PMP, PSP or equivalent Certification
• Experience with PowerBI or other data visualization tools
• Exposure to Cost Control principles

Job Posting End Date: February 10th, 2026

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About Our Business

Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions
• Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process