Project Scheduler

System One; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Project Scheduler in Spartanburg, SC, to develop and maintain detailed schedules for machinery moves and plant relocations. This onsite, direct-hire role requires coordinating field crews, managing travel, and ensuring milestones are met with minimal downtime.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in industrial scheduling or project coordination, with proficiency in scheduling tools, ERP systems, and MS Excel, and strong communication across field and office teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years scheduling, dispatching, or project coordination in industrial construction, heavy machinery moves, manufacturing, or plant relocations.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools, spreadsheets, and ERP/project management systems.
• Strong communication skills with field and office personnel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for machinery moves, equipment installations, and plant relocations.
• Schedule internal field crews based on skillsets, availability, certifications, and travel requirements.
• Coordinate manpower levels to meet milestones while minimizing downtime, overtime, and conflicts.

Skills

Scheduling

Dispatching

Project coordination

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Scheduling software

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title: Project Scheduler
Location: Spartanburg, SC
Type: Direct Hire
Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for machinery moves, equipment installations, and plant relocations.
• Schedule internal field crews (millwrights, riggers, electricians, crane crews, etc.) based on skillsets, availability, certifications, and travel requirements.
• Coordinate manpower levels to meet project milestones while minimizing downtime, overtime, and conflicts.
• Adjust schedules in real time to accommodate weather delays, site conditions, equipment availability, or client-driven changes.
• Schedule cranes, forklifts, gantries, transport vehicles, and specialized rigging equipment.
• Coordinate with logistics providers for trucking, shipping, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure permits, escorts, and access requirements are aligned with move schedules.
• Act as a primary liaison between Operations, Project Management, Safety, and Field Supervisors.
• Communicate daily and weekly schedules to internal teams and external partners.
• Provide schedule updates, change notifications, and look-ahead plans to stakeholders.
• Track schedule adherence and report variances or risks to Operations and Project Managers.
• Support project planning meetings, pre-job meetings, and post-project reviews.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records and documentation within company systems.
• Ensure scheduling aligns with site safety requirements, working hour restrictions, union rules (if applicable), and regulatory standards.
• Confirm required certifications, training, and safety documentation are current before assigning personnel.

Requirements

• 3+ years of scheduling, dispatching, or project coordination experience in industrial construction, heavy machinery moving, manufacturing, or plant relocation environments.
• Strong understanding of industrial trades (millwrights, rigging, cranes, electrical, mechanical).
• Experience coordinating labor, equipment, and logistics simultaneously.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools, spreadsheets, and ERP/project management systems.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and decisive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Strong communication skills with both field and office personnel.
• Experience in factory relocations, machinery installation, or industrial services.
• Familiarity with union environments, prevailing wage, or multi-state operations.
• Knowledge of safety requirements related to cranes, rigging, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read project plans, schedules, and scope documents.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities.
• Must be willing and able to travel to job sites when needed.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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