Project Scheduler

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions is seeking a Project Scheduler to develop and optimize integrated schedules across a portfolio of capital projects. You will drive schedule accuracy, offer visibility with PPC metrics, and lead the Last Planner System (LPS) to improve execution reliability.

Responsibilities include baselining, critical path analysis, and coordinating with engineers, project leaders, and stakeholders. AAS or higher in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of scheduling, project controls, or project management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, or comparable tools.
• Strong CPM, schedule forecasting, and risk management capabilities.
• Experience with Lean Construction and Last Planner System preferred.
• PMI--SP, PMP, or Lean Construction certifications are a plus.
• Advanced Excel and reporting/dashboard development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules across multiple active projects.
• Establish baselines, perform critical path analysis, and evaluate schedule impacts.
• Monitor progress, forecast completion dates, and manage schedule risks.
• Facilitate LPS activities: pull planning, look-ahead, weekly work planning, constraint management.
• Track PPC, portfolio dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Support governance, project reviews, and leadership reporting.
• Drive scheduling process improvements and provide training on LPS.

Skills

Last Planner System

Lean Construction

CPM scheduling

Teamwork & collaboration

Risk management

Training & coaching

Education

AAS degree or higher in Construction Management/PM

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

Duration: 06 months with possible extension

Job Description:

The Project Scheduler serves as the primary source for developing, maintaining, and optimizing integrated schedules across a portfolio of capital projects. This role supports projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, from design and planning through execution, commissioning, and closeout. The Scheduler drives schedule accuracy, visibility, and accountability by partnering with Project Leaders, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to identify risks, manage constraints, and ensure successful milestone delivery. This position also leads to implementation of the Last Planner System (LPS), facilitating collaborative planning processes that improve project performance and execution reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules across multiple active projects.
• Establish project baselines, conduct critical path analysis, and evaluate schedule impacts and recovery plans.
• Partners with Project Leaders and project teams to monitor progress, forecast completion dates, and manage schedule risks.
• Facilitate Last Planner System (LPS) activities, including pull planning, look-ahead planning, weekly work planning, and constraint management.
• Track and report schedule performance metrics, including Percent Plan Complete (PPC) and portfolio health indicators.
• Prepare portfolio-level dashboards, status reports, and executive summaries.
• Support project reviews, governance processes, and leadership reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling processes, planning standards, and project execution effectiveness.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance on scheduling best practices and LPS methodologies.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of scheduling, project controls, or project management experience. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to safety.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or comparable scheduling tools.
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM), schedule forecasting, resource planning, and risk management.
• Experience with Lean Construction principles and Last Planner System preferred.
• PMP, PMI-SP, or Lean Construction certifications are a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting/dashboard development skills.

Desired Skills

• Serves as the organization's scheduling SME Background in manufacturing or construction environments.
• Coaches and trains project teams on scheduling best practices Experience in optical fiber manufacturing is a plus.
• Promote adoption of LPS and standard work processes
• Strong knowledge of Last Planner System principles and application
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling software
• Understanding of Sequencing construction activities and field execution
• Experienced Critical Path Method scheduling

Education

• AAS degree or higher, experience in Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.

About US Tech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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