Project Scheduler

Coalesce Management Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A major utility provider is looking for a Senior Project Scheduler in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project scheduling within the electric utility sector and must possess expert proficiency in Primavera P6. Responsibilities include developing project schedules for transmission and distribution projects, monitoring their progress, and ensuring compliance with project controls standards. This role offers a contract position with benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a project scheduler, preferably in the electric utility sector.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 for planning and resource loading.
• Proven ability to manage multiple schedules for concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for T&D projects using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project progress and provide forecasts to stakeholders.
• Support risk management by identifying schedule risks.

Skills

Primavera P6

Project scheduling

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Associate Consultant at Coalesce Management Consulting

Overview

Georgia Power is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Scheduler to support large-scale Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of proven scheduling experience in the utilities or energy sector, with advanced expertise in Primavera P6. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing project schedules to ensure successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules for transmission lines, substations, and related T&D projects using Primavera P6.
• Integrate engineering, procurement, permitting, and construction activities into a fully networked project schedule.
• Monitor project progress, analyze schedule variances, and provide forecasts to project managers and stakeholders.
• Support risk management by identifying schedule risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate regular schedule review meetings with project teams, contractors, and management.
• Coordinate with cost analysts to align schedules with budget and resource plans.
• Provide schedule status reporting, critical path analysis, and earned value performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with Georgia Power’s project controls standards, scheduling guidelines, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a project scheduler, preferably in the electric utility or power delivery sector.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 (planning, resource loading, baseline development, and progress measurement).
• Strong knowledge of T&D project lifecycle including engineering, permitting, procurement, and construction phases.
• Proven ability to manage multiple schedules for concurrent projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex schedule data and communicate findings clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience with Georgia Power or Southern Company project execution standards.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution and Utilities

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)