Project Scheduler

Apex Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support a major power generation construction project in Richmond, VA. This onsite role requires managing schedule oversight, variance analysis, and field progress validation while providing concise reporting to project leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5–15 years of hands-on scheduling experience, with strong Oracle Primavera P6 skills and proven ability to produce clear narrative updates for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of hands-on project scheduling experience, including industrial construction scheduling.
• Strong Oracle Primavera P6 experience with recent versions preferred.
• Ability to perform detailed schedule and variance analysis with clear narratives.
• Willingness to work onsite full-time and perform field progress verification.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze weekly schedule updates from the EPC contractor.
• Perform schedule variance analysis and identify impacts to milestones.
• Create variance filter reports and concise schedule narratives.
• Use Oracle Primavera P6 to review, monitor, and report on project schedules.
• Coordinate schedule reviews with EPC contractor and equipment supplier.
• Conduct regular field walks to validate reported progress against activity.

Skills

Schedule oversight

Variance analysis

Field progress validation

Concise reporting

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Job#: 3052940

Job Description:

Project Scheduler

Location: Richmond, Virginia (Onsite)

Role Overview

An experienced Project Scheduler is sought to support a major power generation construction project. In this role, serving as the owner's representative, the individual will provide schedule oversight, variance analysis, field progress validation, and concise reporting. The position involves close collaboration with the EPC contractor, equipment supplier, project managers, and field personnel to support schedule accuracy and project visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze weekly schedule updates provided by the EPC contractor.
• Perform schedule variance analysis and identify impacts to key milestones.
• Create variance filter reports and clear, high-level schedule narratives.
• Use Oracle Primavera P6 to review, monitor, and report on project schedules.
• Coordinate schedule reviews involving the EPC contractor and equipment supplier.
• Conduct regular field walks to validate reported progress against actual construction activity.
• Monitor work including foundations, structural installation, piping, and duct banks.
• Communicate schedule risks and findings during weekly progress reviews.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager without overstepping project management responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

The position requires 5-15 years of hands-on project scheduling experience, including industrial construction scheduling. Candidates must possess strong Oracle Primavera P6 experience, with recent exposure to modern versions being preferred. The role demands the ability to perform detailed schedule and variance analysis, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills for creating accurate and concise narrative reports. The ability and willingness to work onsite full-time and perform field progress verification are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in power generation, combustion turbine, combined-cycle, utility, data center, or large manufacturing projects.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and owner organizations.
• Experience coordinating separate contractor and equipment supplier schedules.
• Experience supporting large, complex capital construction projects.

Additional Information

Per diem may be available for qualifying out-of-state candidates. The initial interview is virtual, and finalists may be invited for an onsite project visit.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address).

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Company Details

NYSE: EFOR

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060