Corporate Scheduler (Remote)

The Planet Group; Speedway (IN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Indiana is seeking a Corporate Scheduler to develop and oversee integrated project schedules across mechanical, piping, and industrial projects. You will work with Operations, Project Management, Superintendents, and Estimating to ensure schedules are realistic and aligned with capacity and safety.

The role requires deep knowledge of scheduling tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project), strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex data to field teams and

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of scheduling or project controls experience in skilled trades or construction environments.
• Experience supporting multi-project portfolios and complex schedules.
• Proficiency in scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, labor productivity, and field operations.
• Experience with ERP or project management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, logic-driven project schedules for skilled trades projects.
• Establish baseline schedules and track progress against milestones.
• Analyze schedule impacts, delays, and recovery plans and communicate findings to leadership.
• Support manpower forecasting and leveling across multiple projects.
• Prepare and present schedule updates, dashboards, and look-ahead reports to project teams.
• Establish standardized scheduling templates, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

Schedule development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Corporate Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing integrated project schedules across multiple skilled trades projects and business units. This role provides centralized scheduling expertise to support project execution, workforce planning, and resource optimization. The Corporate Scheduler partners closely with Operations, Project Management, Superintendents, and Estimating to ensure schedules are realistic, achievable, and aligned with company capacity, safety, and contractual requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain detailed, logic-driven project schedules for skilled trades projects (mechanical, piping, industrial, etc.).
• Establish baseline schedules and track progress against milestones.
• Analyze schedule impacts, delays, and recovery plans and communicate findings to leadership. Resource & Workforce Planning
• Support manpower forecasting and leveling across multiple projects.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and capacity constraints and recommend solutions. Cross-Project Integration * Develop integrated master schedules to support multi-project and recurring work programs.
• Align long-lead material deliveries, fabrication timelines, and subcontractor schedules. Reporting & Communication
• Prepare and present schedule updates, dashboards, and look-ahead reports to project teams and leadership.
• Communicate schedule risks, assumptions, and mitigation strategies clearly.
• Support client schedule reviews and coordination meetings as needed. Process Improvement & Standards
• Establish standardized scheduling templates, procedures, and best practices.
• Implement scheduling tools and systems to improve consistency and accuracy.
• Train project teams and field leadership on schedule inputs, updates, and accountability.
• Evaluate schedule impacts related to change orders, scope adjustments, and unforeseen conditions.
• Maintain schedule change logs and ensure approved changes are reflected accurately. * Support claims analysis related to delays when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• 3-7+ years of scheduling or project controls experience in skilled trades or construction environments.
• Experience supporting multi-project portfolios and complex schedules.
• Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, labor productivity, and field operations.
• Experience with ERP or project management systems. Knowledge,

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain logic-driven, resource-loaded project schedules.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills -- able to translate complex schedule data for field and leadership audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a track record of cross-functional partnership.

Preferred Qualifications

• AACE or PMI scheduling certification (PSP, PMI-SP) preferred.
• Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) concepts.
• Experience in mechanical, piping, or industrial construction sectors

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