Planner/Scheduler (data center experience)

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing in Odessa, TX seeks an experienced Planner/Scheduler to support industrial construction projects. This role will develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules across fabrication, procurement, installation, and construction activities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in planning on EPC or industrial projects, is proficient with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office, and can collaborate with clients, contractors, and field teams to keep milestones on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of planning and scheduling EPC or industrial construction projects.
• Experience with EPC, oil and gas, or similar projects preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master and discipline-level schedules.
• Establish activity sequencing, durations, lead times, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate schedules for fabrication, procurement, assembly, installation, and construction.
• Update project schedules using client-approved software.
• Track progress and communicate schedule status to clients, contractors, and project leadership.
• Identify delays, constraints, and schedule risks.
• Develop recovery plans and adjust schedules to address unforeseen conditions.
• Prepare production, progress, and schedule reports.
• Create alignment sheets and support project controls activities.
• Help identify required materials, tools, equipment, and workforce resources.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, project controls, and client representatives.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Communication

Independence

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Location: Odessa, TX

Pay: Up to $56 per hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Planner/Scheduler to support industrial construction projects in Odessa, Texas. This role will develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules across fabrication, procurement, installation, and construction activities.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of planning and scheduling experience on EPC, industrial, oil and gas, or similar construction projects and is proficient with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain master and discipline-level project schedules.
• Establish activity sequencing, durations, lead times, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate schedules for fabrication, procurement, assembly, installation, and construction.
• Update project schedules using client-approved software.
• Track progress and communicate schedule status to clients, contractors, and project leadership.
• Identify delays, constraints, and schedule risks.
• Develop recovery plans and adjust schedules to address unforeseen conditions.
• Prepare production, progress, and schedule reports.
• Create alignment sheets and support project controls activities.
• Help identify required materials, tools, equipment, and workforce resources.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, project controls, and client representatives.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

What We Are Seeking

• 5+ years of experience in planning and scheduling EPC or industrial construction projects.
• Oil and gas, energy, process systems, or industrial construction experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Understanding of project controls, budgets, financial statements, and schedule performance.
• Ability to understand engineering logic, procurement sequences, fabrication requirements, and construction methods.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently, follow direction, and lead or guide others.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; equivalent experience and training will be considered.
• Experience working with construction contractors is preferred.