Data Center Scheduler

Churchill; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Cost Consultants LLC in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Project Scheduler to support a portfolio of infrastructure initiatives for a Fortune 100 technology client. You will develop, maintain, and analyze schedules to ensure on-time delivery across workstreams.

The ideal candidate has 6–10 years in project scheduling, proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project, and strong CPM knowledge, with contract interpretation and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in project scheduling or project controls.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong CPM methodology understanding and scheduling best practices.
• Ability to interpret contracts and align schedules with requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules aligned with contracts.
• Collaborate with managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams on scope and durations.
• Track progress, update schedules, and analyze impacts on critical path.
• Identify risks and opportunities with mitigation and recovery plans.
• Generate reporting and dashboards for stakeholders; support change analysis.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Stakeholder management

Scheduling analysis

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Company

Churchill Cost Consultants LLC Founded in 2017, Churchill has swiftly become a leader in construction project controls and management. Our core mission is to build lasting relationships with our clients by exceeding expectations and providing unparalleled value in all our projects. Churchill has a broad operational reach, serving key clients in data center, corporate real estate, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. Our in-depth understanding of corporate frameworks and business needs is grounded in our team's rich experience leading projects with budgets ranging from $1 million to $2 billion. We aspire to be recognized as the premier international entity in our field. To achieve this, we are on a constant quest to attract and retain the industry's most esteemed professionals. Churchill's ethos is one of inclusion and diversity, nurturing the individual and collective growth, development, and leadership skills of our team members. We are committed to the belief that our staff is our most significant investment and the cornerstone of our success.

About the Role

Overview Churchill Cost Consultants (Churchill) is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support a portfolio of infrastructure projects for a Fortune 100 technology client. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules to ensure successful delivery across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in project controls, with the ability to proactively identify risks, drive accountability, and provide clear schedule insights to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules in alignment with contract requirements and project objectives
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to define scope, sequencing, and durations
• Track progress, update schedules, and analyze impacts to critical path and key milestones
• Identify schedule risks and opportunities; provide mitigation strategies and recovery plans
• Perform schedule quality checks and ensure adherence to scheduling best practices and standards
• Generate reporting and dashboards to communicate schedule status to internal and client stakeholders
• Support change management efforts, including schedule impact analysis for scope changes
• Participate in regular project reviews and provide clear, actionable insights on schedule performance

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in project scheduling or project controls
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of critical path methodology (CPM) and scheduling best practices
• Experience supporting large-scale, complex projects (technology, infrastructure, or construction preferred)
• Ability to interpret contracts and align schedules with project requirements
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting data center or technology infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with cost controls and integrated project controls environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field