Project Scheduler

ORCAS Project Controls; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

ORCAS Project Controls in Los Angeles seeks a Scheduler to support major, high-visibility projects with a strong focus on schedule accuracy, alignment, and data integrity.

The role requires experience with Primavera P6, MS Project, Smartsheet, and Power BI, plus exceptional communication and cross-functional collaboration to develop program-level CPM schedules and standardized workflows across sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in project and program scheduling across life sciences or construction preferred.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project, plus Smartsheet dashboard/workflows.
• Knowledge of data integrity and scheduling governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage quality CPM schedules at project and program levels.
• Perform what-if analysis, variance analysis, and change impact reports.
• Ensure schedule compliance with corporate and contractual requirements.
• Support program scheduling across multiple initiatives and stakeholders.
• Create visuals and dashboards using Office Timeline Pro or similar tools and Power BI.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s in construction management

Engineering-related field

PMI or AACE cert (plus)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

SharePoint

Power BI

Office 365 (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

ORCAS is seeking a Scheduler who can support major, high-visibility projects and programs with a strong focus on schedule accuracy, alignment, and data integrity. This role will support project-level and program-level scheduling efforts across multiple workstreams and dashboards, ensuring consistency and quality across complex, fast-moving initiatives.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, precise, and observant, with experience working across multiple scheduling tools and platforms. This role also offers the opportunity to help build and standardize scheduling best practices across projects, sites, and contractors.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and manage quality project-level and program-level CPM schedules
• Perform what-if schedule scenarios, advanced schedule analysis, change analysis, and variance analysis reports
• Ensure schedules are developed in compliance with corporate and department requirements and contractual requirements
• Support program-level scheduling across multiple initiatives and stakeholders
• Perform quality control of schedule data and milestone dates across various dashboards and systems (Smartsheet, SharePoint, MS Online, etc.)
• Ensure alignment of schedules across workstreams and maintain consistency of program data
• Develop and optimize automated workflows, particularly within Smartsheet, to improve efficiency of QC processes
• Assist in standardizing scheduling best practices across projects, sites, and contractors
• Support the development and implementation of streamlined scheduling workflows
• Create and maintain program-level schedule visuals using Office Timeline Pro or similar tools
• Perform schedule analysis and support reporting efforts using tools such as Power BI
• Facilitate coordination across teams to ensure schedule accuracy and timely updates
• Support local capital projects for candidates located near preferred sites

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in project and program scheduling
• Strong experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and other scheduling tools
• Experience with Smartsheet, including dashboard management and workflow automation, preferred
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Online, and other collaboration tools
• Experience with Power BI or similar analytical tools
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across cross-functional teams
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities: written and verbal
• Demonstrate a team spirit and strong dedication to success of the team

Education & Experience

• Experience on projects in life sciences and construction is strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field
• PMI or AACE certification is a plus

Benefits & Compensation

Pay Range: $155,000 to $185,000 per year, based on experience and location

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Why ORCAS Project Controls?

ORCAS has been delivering specialized project controls for complex capital projects since 1988, not by growing the biggest team, but by building the best one. We're a place where your expertise is recognized, your growth is supported, and your work genuinely matters to the outcome of major projects.

At ORCAS, you're not a headcount. You're a professional with a career worth investing in. We support ongoing education, professional development, and the kind of collaborative environment where sharp people do their best work.

We hold ourselves to high standards. Integrity, loyalty, and trust aren't just words here. If you share those values and want to work alongside people who take their craft seriously, we'd like to hear from you.

Learn more at www.OrcasProjectControls.com