PA & NC Scheduler - Pharma Capital Project

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Job summary

A leading company in the life sciences sector seeks an experienced Pharma Scheduler for an exciting project in Gwynedd and North Carolina. Your role will involve supporting large-scale capital projects by developing project schedules and ensuring effective communication and planning. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, experience in scheduling, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in scheduling and project control functions.
• Experience with Life Sciences / Pharma / BioPharma Capital Projects.
• PMP certification and Lean construction knowledge are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and report the Master Project Schedule using LEAN methodologies.
• Manage Schedule Progress Measurement/Percent Plan Complete and variance analysis.
• Facilitate interactive planning sessions and prepare monthly Project Control reporting.

Skills

Project Control

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

The Spear Group Full-Time w/ Benefits

Position: Pharma Scheduler – Capital Projects

Location: Gwynedd, PA, & North Carolina Project Site

ON SITE

Position Summary:

The Spear Group has an opportunity for an experienced pharma industry Scheduler to be part of an exciting life sciences project in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina (Raleigh/Greenville area). This on-site project controls professional supports the pharma owner’s project controls, planning, and scheduling team. The role involves supporting a multi-million-dollar manufacturing and laboratory/cleanroom project, interfacing with all phases of project execution, and acting as an owner’s representative overseeing scheduling efforts in collaboration with the Owner and EPCM firm, working with various pharma project SMEs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and report the Master Project Schedule using LEAN project management methodologies (e.g., Last Planner System, Pull Planning, Primavera).
• Manage Schedule Progress Measurement/Percent Plan Complete (PPC) and variance analysis, ensuring updates are reflected in the schedule.
• Facilitate interactive planning sessions to enable team participation, focusing on individual disciplines and their interrelations.
• Prepare monthly Project Control reporting, establish cash flow tracking, and support procurement-related project control activities.
• Demonstrate leadership and excellent communication skills to collaborate across organization levels and with partners, ensuring understanding of planning requirements and process improvements.
• Possess knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including different product types, and experience with strategic planning and Lean project delivery practices.

Required Experience and Education:

• 5+ years in scheduling and project control functions.
• Experience with Life Sciences / Pharma / BioPharma Capital Projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Primavera P6.
• Knowledge of Target Value Delivery, Last Planner, Takt planning, Touchplan, NetPoint is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field.
• PMP certification and Lean construction knowledge are advantageous.

The ideal candidate is results-driven, technically capable, a self-starter, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills. Compensation is based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Spear Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment, respecting all employees' dignity, rights, and contributions.