Project Scheduler

Morson Edge (Canada); Toronto; On-site; CAD 172,200,000 - 228,682,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge (Canada) is seeking a Project Scheduler to provide scheduling and planning services for construction projects in Ontario. The role entails developing, updating, and validating baseline schedules, reviewing contractor schedules, and supporting delay analyses to protect project timelines.

Applicants should have strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project, advanced Excel skills, and experience with EVM concepts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction/infrastructure scheduling.
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Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain multiple levels of project schedules in line with project framework.
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Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Scheduling

EVM / Earned Value

Contract terms understanding

Education

Post-secondary college diploma

University degree

PMI-SP / PMP

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Contract Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension/conversion to permanent

Working Hours: M-F 35 hours per week

Pay Rate: $60-80/hour

Job Title: Project Scheduler

Summary of Scope of Work and Deliverables

Providing construction scheduling and planning services for assigned projects. This involves:

• Develop and maintain different levels of schedules in accordance with project framework
• Develop, maintain, and manage the project baseline schedule in accordance with contract requirements.
• Review and validate the contractor's proposed schedules, ensuring logic, sequencing, and durations are realistic and aligned with project objectives.
• Conduct detailed reviews of the contractor’s monthly schedule updates, including progress measurement, critical path analysis, and variance reporting.
• Prepare and evaluate Recovery Schedules and Revised Baseline Schedules when required due to delays or scope changes.
• Perform Schedule Delay Analysis and Time Impact Analysis (TIA) to assess the impact of changes, disruptions, or unforeseen events on project timelines.
• Support claims analysis by providing schedule data, delay narratives, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor project progress against the approved baseline and identify potential risks, slippages, and opportunities for schedule optimization.
• Coordinate with the site teams and stakeholders to ensure schedule alignment and timely communication of schedule risks.
• Ensure all scheduling activities comply with project controls standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Utilize industry-standard scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) to develop and manage schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualification and Experience Requirements for the Project Scheduler position:

• In-depth knowledge of planning and scheduling principles/methods through project lifecycle, Earned Value Management (EVM), contractual terms, scheduling clauses, and good understanding of integration between costs, schedule and scope.
• Minimum of five (5) years in construction and infrastructure scheduling with hands-on experience, managing large amounts of data, planning/developing baseline schedules and providing updates in a deadline driven environment.
• Experience with construction sites and collaborating with field teams, performing delay analysis and claims preparation.
• Understanding of both project owner and project execution requirements with experience across various construction sectors (Rail, Transit and civil, infrastructure)
• Hands-on experience with reviewing technical documents (schedules and estimates, drawings, design basis,) for the purpose of understanding the project scope and development of the detailed schedule with resources and costs
• Advanced level knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to be recognized and serve as an expert to project teams to provide technical guidance and recommendations.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

Formal education/training through which skills normally acquired:

Completion of a post-secondary college diploma and/or university degree in a related technical or business discipline (e.g. engineering, construction management, project management), and progressive experience in planning and scheduling and/or project management; or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.

Assets:

Relevant Professional Certificates from industry leader organizations such as PMI- SP, AACE-PSP, PMP.