Project Scheduler / Planner

Pathfinder L L C; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinder L L C is seeking a Project Scheduler / Planning Engineer in Houston, TX to develop and maintain reliable schedules for Data Centers’ construction programs. You will identify critical path risks and collaborate with the construction team to drive execution and schedule recovery.

The role requires advanced Primavera P6 expertise, strong CPM scheduling and experience with EPC and commissioning schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale, complex construction schedules.
• Advanced Primavera P6 expertise mandatory.
• Experience with integrated EPC and commissioning schedules.
• Strong CPM scheduling and critical path analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, review and analyze integrated construction schedules in Primavera P6.
• Integrate engineering, procurement, construction, equipment deliveries, system turnover, commissioning and startup into a coordinated master schedule.
• Perform CPM analysis including logic, float, constraints, calendars, critical and near-critical paths.
• Translate construction plans and contractor interfaces into realistic schedule logic.
• Collect and validate progress, update schedules, evaluate deviations and produce forecasts.
• Identify delays, evaluate mitigation options and develop recovery scenarios with construction teams.
• Review contractor schedules and integrate multiple schedules to identify missing scope.
• Produce look-ahead schedules, milestone reports, critical path summaries, variance analysis and dashboards.
• Engage with site teams, join planning meetings and verify progress against field conditions.

Skills

Primavera P6

CPM scheduling

Schedule recovery

Construction sequencing

Contractor coordination

Data center project scheduling

Job description

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Full Time Houston, TX, US

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually

ROLE SUMMARY

The Project Scheduler / Planning Engineer develops and maintains reliable schedules for Data Centers’ construction program, identifies critical path risks and works closely with the construction team to drive execution and schedule recovery. Projects involve aggressive schedules, multiple contractors, concurrent engineering and procurement, and complex construction and commissioning interfaces. The role goes beyond updating schedules: it understands construction, challenges logic and helps the team build realistic plans to achieve critical milestones.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain, review and analyze integrated construction schedules in Primavera P6.
• Integrate engineering, procurement, construction, equipment deliveries, system turnover, commissioning and startup into a coordinated master schedule.
• Perform CPM analysis, including logic, float, constraints, calendars, critical and near-critical paths and schedule risk.
• Translate construction plans, work fronts, sequences and contractor interfaces into realistic schedule logic.
• Collect and validate actual progress, update schedules, evaluate deviations and produce accurate forecasts.
• Identify delays, evaluate mitigation options and develop recovery and acceleration scenarios with construction teams.
• Review and challenge contractor schedules and updates; integrate multiple contractor schedules and identify missing scope and interface conflicts.
• Produce look-ahead schedules, milestone reports, critical path summaries, variance analysis and management dashboards.
• Engage with site teams, join construction planning meetings and verify reported progress against field conditions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Strong scheduling background on large-scale, complex construction projects (data centers, power generation, industrial facilities or major infrastructure preferred).
• Advanced, hands-on Primavera P6 expertise (mandatory), with the ability to work independently.
• Experience with integrated EPC and commissioning schedules.
• Strong CPM scheduling and critical path analysis skills.
• Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing and field constraints.
• Experience with schedule recovery and contractor schedule management.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability when priorities, delivery dates and sequences change
• Energy, proactivity and technical strength
• Comfort working with field personnel and contractor planners
• Clear, constructive communication with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Commissioning and contractors
• Maintains schedule integrity under incomplete information

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate identifies what is driving the project, what is at risk and what actions are required to maintain or recover critical milestones. Proven hands-on P6 experience, construction sequencing knowledge and sound scheduling judgment in fast-moving environments matter more than having maintained large or complex schedules.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Fast-paced construction program with aggressive schedules, rapidly evolving priorities and multiple contractors working concurrently. Hands-on, site-engaged role.