Construction Scheduler (Onsite, Data Center)

Insight Global; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Construction Scheduler to own the integrated Master Schedule for data center and mission-critical facilities from preconstruction through turnover. You will partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Owner Representatives to ensure precise sequencing of aggressive long‑lead MEP procurement and complex IST phases.

The role requires 3–7+ years in construction scheduling, 2–3 years in hyperscale/data center projects, and expert Primavera P6 to develop schedules,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–7+ years of construction scheduling experience with 2–3 years in hyperscale data centers or similar.
• Expert Primavera P6; strong MS Project, Excel, and dashboards (Power BI/Tableau).
• Deep understanding of logic ties, constraints, resource loading, EVMS, and reading drawings.
• Excellent collaboration and ability to present critical path logic to field and executives.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain CPM schedules (Levels 1-4) using Oracle Primavera P6.
• Map complex data center sequences across shell, MEP, substations, fiber, and IST phases.
• Lead schedule update meetings, pull planning, and variance analyses against baselines.
• Perform what-if scenario planning and develop schedule recovery plans.
• Review and integrate subcontractor schedules into the master program.
• Generate executive narratives, KPIs, and dashboards via Power BI/Excel/Tableau.
• Support Time Impact Analyses for change orders and delay claims.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel (advanced)

Power BI

Tableau

Schedule optimization

Data center scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Scheduler - Data Center & Mission Critical

Position Summary

The Construction Scheduler will own the development, maintenance, and optimization of the integrated Master Project Schedule from preconstruction through final commissioning and turnover. This role acts as a strategic partner to Project Managers, Superintendents, and Owner Representatives. The ideal candidate understands the precise sequencing required for mission-critical facilities, including aggressive long-lead MEP procurement, clean build protocols, and complex integrated systems testing (IST).

Core Responsibilities

• Schedule Development: Build and maintain resource-and-cost-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules (Levels 1-4) from scratch using Oracle Primavera P6.
• Data Center Sequencing: Map out complex sequences unique to data centers, including structural shell builds, MEP heavy rough-ins, specialized substations, fiber/cabling deployment, and multi-tier commissioning phases (Levels 1-5).
• Progress Tracking & Analysis: Lead routine schedule update meetings, pull planning sessions, and track actual progress against baselines. Identify critical path deviations and generate variance analyses.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively perform "what-if" scenario planning and schedule impact evaluations to mitigate supply chain disruptions or field delays. Develop schedule recovery and acceleration plans when necessary.
• Subcontractor Integration: Review, validate, and integrate detailed trade-partner and subcontractor schedules into the overarching master program.
• Reporting & Dashboards: Generate executive-level schedule narratives, KPIs, and visual reports using tools like Power BI, Excel, or Tableau to convey health status to stakeholders.
• Claims & Change Management: Support the project controls team with Time Impact Analysis (TIA) for change orders, scope expansions, and potential delay claims.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (equivalent field experience considered).
• Experience: 3-7+ years of dedicated construction scheduling experience, with at least 2-3 years specifically focused on hyperscale data centers, cleanrooms, or high-intensity industrial/MEP projects.
• Software Mastery: Expert-level mastery of Oracle Primavera P6 Professional is mandatory. High proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel (advanced functions), and reporting dashboards (Power BI/Tableau).
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of logic ties, constraints, resource loading, earned value management, and interpreting complex structural, architectural, and MEP drawings.
• Communication: Exceptional collaborative skills; ability to confidently present and defend critical path logic to both field personnel and corporate executives.

Skills and Requirements

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Employment Equity Statement

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].