Lead Project Scheduler

AES Corporation; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the renewable energy sector as a Lead Project Scheduler. This role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring effective communication among project teams. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, AES offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your career and contribute to a cleaner future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Comprehensive health plans

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of scheduling experience or experience in solar project development/construction.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains project schedules, monitors schedule progress against baselines.
• Communicates schedule status and corrective actions with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Word

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution. Operating in 14 countries, AES is committed to innovation and collaboration. Recognized as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022 and certified as a Great Place to Work, we value our people and groundbreaking ideas.

AES is ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, with $12.7B in revenues in 2023. We serve 25 million customers worldwide and are dedicated to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050, offering solutions like 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers to accelerate decarbonization.

If you want to drive change and power a sustainable future, AES is the place for you. We're building a cleaner, more sustainable future and invite you to energize your career with us.

At AES, we foster innovation and are seeking hardworking, creative professionals eager to learn and grow in Project Controls, specifically in Planning & Scheduling.

AES Clean Energy is seeking a Lead Project Scheduler.

This position develops and maintains project schedules, summarizes EPC project schedules into the AES CE Integrated Master Schedule, and monitors schedule progress against baselines. The role involves explaining schedule variances, preparing reports on schedule trends, and assisting project teams in understanding project outlooks.

The Lead Project Scheduler reports to the Scheduling Manager.

KEY Responsibilities:

1. Review project schedule data including activities, open/close dates, WBS structure, and related data.
2. Evaluate work packages for feasibility.
3. Recommend alternative methods to achieve desired results efficiently.
4. Communicate schedule status and corrective actions with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Coordinate with project teams to ensure clear communication of schedule information.
6. Contribute to project status reports, including critical path and schedule analysis.
7. Develop and maintain project baselines.
8. Analyze resource requirements and notify management of issues.
9. Coordinate data collection on project activities.
10. Modify schedules as needed.
11. Prepare scheduling reports reflecting current status and corrective actions.
12. Ensure project plans are achievable and current.
13. Act as delegate for the Scheduling Manager if needed.
14. Develop schedule analysis for EPC contract adherence.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Ability to work with diverse teams and reach consensus on complex issues.
2. Minimum 8 years of scheduling experience or experience in solar project development/construction.
3. Proficiency in scheduling software and analysis techniques.
4. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
5. Solid understanding of Primavera P6, MS Project, Word, and Excel.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal consideration regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender, race, ethnicity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Our benefits include competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive health and retirement plans. Details will be provided upon job offer. Employee status is at-will, and salary may be modified at any time.