Data Center Project Scheduler (Primavera P6)

TEKsystems; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive pay

On-site collaboration

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Data Center Project Scheduler (Primavera P6) to support a major regional data center build in Monroe, LA. You will develop and maintain schedules, coordinate with PMs, field leaders, and GC/subs to keep milestones on track.

The role emphasizes CPM scheduling, progress reporting, and risk recovery planning. You will interpret blueprints, analyze critical path activities, and prepare weekly and monthly updates for project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hands-on Primavera P6 experience.
• Experience scheduling construction or data center projects.
• Strong CPM scheduling and interpretation of drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Field Leaders to meet milestones.
• Monitor progress, identify schedule risks, delays and impacts.
• Analyze critical path activities and propose recovery plans.
• Coordinate with GCs, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Prepare weekly and monthly schedule updates and progress reports.
• Track resource loading and workload distribution.
• Create project timelines from initiation to completion.
• Support forecasting, planning, and earned value reporting.
• Communicate schedule changes to stakeholders.

Skills

Primavera P6

Scheduling construction projects

CPM scheduling

Blueprints & specs interpretation

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Data Center Project Scheduler (Primavera P6)

Help Drive One of the Largest Data Center Projects in the Region

We're looking for an experienced Data Center Project Scheduler to play a critical role in the successful delivery of large-scale data center construction projects. If you're highly skilled with Primavera P6, understand construction scheduling, and enjoy collaborating with project teams to keep complex projects on track, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Field Leaders to ensure project milestones are achieved
• Monitor project progress and identify schedule risks, delays, and impacts
• Analyze critical path activities and recommend recovery plans when needed
• Coordinate with General Contractors, subcontractors, and field personnel
• Prepare weekly and monthly schedule updates and progress reports
• Track resource loading and workload distribution
• Create project timelines from project initiation through completion
• Support forecasting, planning, and earned value reporting
• Communicate schedule changes and recommendations to project stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience with Primavera P6
• Experience scheduling construction or data center projects
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling
• Experience building and maintaining project schedules from the ground up
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and project documentation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Data Center Construction Projects
• Electrical, Low Voltage, or Mission Critical Construction
• Resource Loading & Earned Value Reporting
• Critical Path Analysis
• Schedule Recovery Planning
• Working With GCs, Subs, and Field Operations Teams

What Makes You Successful

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Comfortable leading scheduling discussions with project stakeholders
• Ability to anticipate project risks before they impact delivery
• Strong presentation and reporting skills

Work Environment

During the first six months, this position will be heavily focused on supporting field operations and collaborating onsite with General Contractors, subcontractors, project managers, and field leadership teams. This role offers a strong combination of field exposure and project controls experience.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on one of the region's largest data center projects
• Competitive compensation and long-term stability
• Clear career advancement opportunities
• Join a company experiencing significant growth
• Be a key contributor to mission-critical infrastructure projects

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monroe, LA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Monroe,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.