Project Schedule/Planner

K&A Engineering; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Flexible PTO

Job summary

K&A Engineering is looking for a Project Scheduler/Planner in St. Louis, MO, to manage schedules and coordinate projects in the energy sector. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in project scheduling, particularly with natural gas and utility-scale projects. Responsibilities include developing master schedules in Primavera P6, conducting schedule analyses, and collaborating with stakeholders. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, a 401(k), and flexible PTO.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project scheduling, planning, and controls.
• Experience in large, complex, multiyear construction programs.
• Ability to work on site in South St. Louis County several times per week.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the master schedule in Primavera P6.
• Conduct critical path, what-if, and optimization analyses.
• Prepare weekly/monthly schedule reports and dashboards.

Skills

Project Scheduling & Planning

Primavera P6 proficiency

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Scheduler/Planner

Located in St. Louis, MO, this role involves working on exciting projects in the energy and utility sectors, delivering schedules and coordination with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling & Planning
• Develop and manage the master schedule in Primavera P6 (or client tools).
• Integrate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Track progress, forecast impacts, and assess schedule risks across all workstreams.
• Conduct critical path, what‑if, and optimization analyses.
• Align schedules, reporting, and baselines with the client’s on‑site scheduler.
• Field & Site Coordination to visit the site multiple times per week to gather progress and validate schedule updates.
• Review contractor look‑ahead schedules, manpower plans, and productivity.
• Verify assumptions and updates through direct field coordination with superintendents and project teams.
• Prepare weekly/monthly schedule reports, dashboards, and leadership updates.
• Communicate variances, risks, delays, and recommended mitigations.
• Participate in planning meetings, progress reviews, and coordination sessions.
• Support earned value, KPIs, and productivity reporting.
• Identify schedule risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities.
• Update schedules to reflect design changes, procurement delays, and field issues.
• Maintain schedule baselines and support change management processes.

What we’re looking for:

• 8+ years of experience in project scheduling, planning, and controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Extensive experience supporting generation projects (natural gas, coal, combined cycle, or utility‑scale power).
• Experience supporting EPC contractors, utilities, or OEMs in major energy infrastructure builds is preferred.
• Proven background in large, complex, multiyear construction programs with field engagement.
• Strong working proficiency in Primavera P6, schedule analysis, and critical path method (CPM).
• Ability to work on site in South St. Louis County several times per week (local candidates strongly preferred).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and reporting skills.

Pay Range $125,000 - $140,000

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401(k) (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.