Lead Project Scheduler

AES Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

AES Clean Energy seeks a Lead Project Scheduler in Houston to develop and maintain schedules for assigned projects and summarize EPC schedules into the Integrated Master Schedule. You will monitor progress, explain variances, and support project developers and managers.

Candidates should have 8+ years of scheduling experience, proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project, and strong communication skills. This role reports to the Scheduling Manager and offers a competitive package including

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of scheduling experience or equivalent in solar/OCGN/construct ion projects.
• Apply scheduling techniques using Primavera P6 and MS Project; produce schedule analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to lead others.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project schedule data including activities, dates, and WBS.
• Evaluates work packages for feasibility and recommends improvements.
• Communicates schedule status and corrective actions to stakeholders.
• Coordinates with project developers and managers on plans and baselines.
• Develops and maintains project baselines and reports on variance.

Skills

Scheduling

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

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, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We’re not just building a more sustainable future, we’re powering it.

AES Clean Energy is currently seeking a Lead Project Scheduler. This position Develops and maintains schedules for all assigned projects at AES Clean Energy. Ability to summarize EPC project schedules into the AES CE Integrated Master Schedule and monitor schedule progression against the schedule baseline. This role explains schedule variances and prepares reports on schedule-related trends; assists the project developers, project managers, and management to understand the projects’ outlook. The Lead Project Scheduler reports to the Scheduling Manager.

KEY Responsibilities

• Reviews project schedule data to include records of activities, verify open/close dates, WBS structure as applicable, and associated data as applicable to activities
• Evaluates work packages and other related data for feasibility of implementation
• Makes recommendations as to alternative methods or processes that may be used to efficiently achieve and maintain desired customer results
• Works with internal and external customers to communicate status of work and corrective actions that may be required to ensure conformance to established schedules
• Works closely with project developers and managers to ensure that schedule information is communicated to the parties performing the work
• Supervises development and provides input to the project status reports (such as a critical path analysis, internal schedule analysis) to ensure accurate documentation is maintained and complete
• Develops and maintains project baselines
• Analyzes project requirements and ensures that required resources are available so that established schedules may be reasonably maintained; If resources are not available, notifies supervision and the project manager of resource issues
• Coordinates with internal and external customers to obtain data concerning the status of assigned project activities or achievements
• Modifies schedules as necessary to efficiently plan and report activities as required
• Prepares standard Scheduling reports to reflect accurate schedule status and/or corrective actions as requiredl>
• Coordinates projects with all participants to ensure that plans are achievable and current
• Candidate may act as delegate for their manager (Scheduling Manager).
• Develops schedule analysis and documentation for EPC Contract adherence
• Performs other duties as assigned

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work with people of multifaceted backgrounds and be able to reach consensus on complex issues in a timely manner Minimum 8 years of scheduling experience, or experience in solar project development and/or construction (industries accepted for O&G, Utility, Renewable, pure Construction) Apply scheduling techniques using scheduling software and perform scheduling analysis Apply analysis techniques and lead others in developing schedules and plans in an effective and timely manner The candidate should be a great teammate, possessing good customer support skills, and have well written and verbal communication skills Solid understanding of commercial scheduling software like Primavera P6, MS Project, and additional programs within Microsoft Windows such Word and Excel

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $105,000 and $131,325/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus.

The benefits offered for this position are:

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.