Project Scheduler

ClearanceJobs

Santa Fe (NM)

On-site

USD 91,520 - 114,400

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Per diem during first 90 days

Reimbursement for one trip home every 4 weeks

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a skilled Project Scheduler specializing in Primavera P6 for a full-time contract role in Santa Fe, NM. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years in scheduling or project controls, and expertise in DOE or similar environments is preferred. The position offers competitive compensation and relocation support.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in scheduling or project controls.
Strong understanding of schedule logic and dependencies.
Prior experience in DOE, DOD, or similar regulated environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
Update project status based on input from technical leads.
Perform critical path and schedule risk analysis.

Skills

Primavera P6 proficiency

Schedule logic understanding

Experience in project controls

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

U.S. Citizenship

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ClearanceJobs is aiding their customer, a leading WBE-certified and DBE-certified engineering and construction consulting firm, in their search for a skilled Project Scheduler with Primavera P6 expertise!

The selected candidate will support major initiatives at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This is a full-time contract position suited for professionals with a background in federal programs, construction, engineering, or energy-related projects. Prior experience in structured environments such as the U.S. Navy nuclear program is highly valued.

Contract Type: Full-Time 12-month Contract

Duration: 1-year minimum, with potential for multi-year extension

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a DOE clearance

Per Diem: Based on LANL-modified GSA rates

Qualifications:Minimum of 3 years of experience in scheduling or project controls
Proficiency with Primavera P6 in active project environments
Strong understanding of schedule logic, dependencies, and progress tracking
Experience with DOE, DOD, or similar regulated environments preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and standard reporting tools
U.S. Citizenship (required for site access)
Prior military or nuclear industry experience is a plus, especially U.S. Navy backgrounds

Role Responsibilities:

The Project Scheduler will work closely with project managers, engineers, and planning teams to:Create and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6
Develop and manage baselines, logic ties, resource loading, and work breakdown structures
Update project status based on input from technical leads and field personnel
Perform critical path and schedule risk analysis to identify impacts and opportunities
Track progress against milestones and provide reporting on schedule performance
Support Earned Value Management by integrating schedule and cost data
Assist with resource forecasting and coordination across multiple work streams
Generate clear reporting deliverables including Gantt charts and look-ahead schedules
Participate in schedule review meetings and support decision-making with accurate data
Ensure compliance with LANL scheduling standards and project controls procedures
Additional Details:Relocation support available for qualified candidates
Per diem provided during the first 90 days in accordance with LANL-adjusted GSA rates
Reimbursement for one trip home every 4 weeks after the initial 90 days

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