Project Scheduler

iRecruit.co; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid

Generous employer matching for 401(k)

Job summary

A construction management firm is looking for a Scheduler in Columbus, OH to manage schedules for one of the largest data center projects in North America. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience with construction scheduling and be skilled in coordinating with various stakeholders. Responsibilities include leading the scheduling process, risk identification, and KPIs tracking. The company offers many benefits, including health coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction scheduling, preferably in data centers or other mission-critical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Familiarity with risk analysis, health assessments, and schedule recovery planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scheduling process for major electrical and infrastructure milestones across the project.
• Build, manage, and update detailed schedules in collaboration with project managers and field teams.
• Identify schedule risks and implement recovery strategies where needed.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and forecasting.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Risk analysis

KPI tracking

Construction methodologies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

4D scheduling tools (Navisworks or similar)

Job description

Job Title: Scheduler
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite – 5 days a week)
Compensation: $150k – $170k
Project: Confidential $4B Greenfield Data Center

Own the Timeline on One of the Largest Data Center Builds in North America.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognized construction management firm leading a flagship $4B greenfield data center development in Columbus, OH. As they expand their delivery team, they’re hiring a Scheduler to manage and maintain construction and commissioning schedules for this high-velocity, mission-critical project.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with field teams, design stakeholders, and project executives to ensure performance certainty in one of the most complex data center programs in the country.

About the Role

As the Scheduler, you’ll play a central role in coordinating timelines, analyzing progress, and proactively identifying risks that could impact delivery. You’ll own the project schedule from early planning through commissioning, ensuring all activities align with milestones and stakeholder expectations. You’ll also contribute to project health through KPI tracking, schedule compliance, and delay mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the scheduling process for major electrical and infrastructure milestones across the project

• Build, manage, and update detailed schedules in collaboration with project managers and field teams

• Analyze monthly schedule submissions and compare field progress to projections

• Identify schedule risks and implement recovery strategies where needed

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and forecasting

• Ensure schedule documentation meets internal standards and reporting protocols

• Work closely with design, procurement, and trade partners to establish a unified project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

• Participate in early-stage planning phases including concept, schematic, and design development

• Travel to job sites (up to 25%) to verify field progress and coordinate data inputs for schedule updates

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction scheduling, preferably in data centers or other mission-critical environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

• Strong working knowledge of construction methodologies and sequencing

• Familiarity with risk analysis, health assessments, and schedule recovery planning

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Excel

• Experience with 4D scheduling tools (Navisworks or similar) is a plus

• PMP, PSP, or related certifications preferred

• Electrical field experience is a plus

Benefits

• 50% of employee & family health insurance premiums paid

• 50% of employee dental coverage paid

• 100% employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance (up to $50,000)

• 401(k) with generous employer matching

• 80 hours vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and paid holidays (including one floating holiday)

• Career development opportunities within a growing portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects