Project Scheduler

NES Fircroft; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support multiple large-scale data center projects across Malaysia. You will develop and oversee schedules, working with PMs, contractors and client stakeholders to ensure milestones are met and risks mitigated.

The role requires advanced Primavera P6 skills, CPM understanding, and strong communication to coordinate across design, procurement, construction and handover phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential.
• Experience planning and scheduling large-scale construction or engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and manage integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Establish and maintain baseline schedules across design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Monitor progress and analyze schedule performance against milestones.
• Identify critical paths, risks and recovery plans; communicate to stakeholders.
• Review contractor baseline programmes, updates and recovery plans.
• Coordinate planning activities with PMs, contractors and client stakeholders.
• Prepare schedule reports, look-ahead programmes and dashboards for leadership.
• Assess impacts from design changes and project risks.
• Support project controls, forecasting and overall programme management.

Skills

Primavera P6

Schedule management

CPM (Critical Path Method)

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Project Management/Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

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Location: Serendah, Selangor

Employment Type: 1-Year Renewable Contract (Convertible to Permanent)

Client: Owner's Representative / Project Management Consultancy (PMC)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support the delivery of multiple large-scale data center projects across Malaysia.

Embedded within the Owner's Representative (PMC) team, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing project schedules across the full project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders, you will ensure project milestones are achieved while proactively identifying schedule risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the world's leading project management consultancies and contribute to the delivery of hyperscale data center developments. While prior data center experience is highly advantageous, candidates with planning experience on large-scale construction, industrial, infrastructure, manufacturing, or mission-critical projects are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Establish and maintain baseline schedules throughout design, procurement, construction, testing & commissioning, and project handover.
• Monitor project progress and analyse schedule performance against key milestones.
• Identify critical path activities, schedule risks, delays, and opportunities, recommending recovery strategies where required.
• Review and evaluate contractor baseline programmes, schedule updates, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate planning activities with project managers, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders.
• Prepare schedule reports, progress updates, look-ahead programmes, and executive dashboards for project leadership.
• Assess schedule impacts arising from design changes, variations, and project risks.
• Support project controls, forecasting, and overall programme management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in project meetings and present planning updates, key risks, and mitigation strategies to senior stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in planning and scheduling large-scale construction or engineering projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential.
• Strong understanding of project planning methodologies, including Critical Path Method (CPM), progress measurement, and schedule management.
• Experience managing project schedules across the full project lifecycle, from design through commissioning and handover.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate schedule performance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.