Scheduler (Data Centers)

EPC Project Management Consulting, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) employer contribution

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

EPC Project Management Consulting, LLC is seeking a detail-driven Scheduler to join our on-site team in Chicago, IL for a hyperscale data center project. You will develop, maintain, and monitor schedules across all construction phases, coordinating with project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives to meet milestones.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in data centers or large-scale infrastructure, deep knowledge of Primavera P6 and MS Project, and strong planning and

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience as a Scheduler/Project Planner in data centers or large-scale infra.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project; strong scheduling analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules for large-scale data center construction using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and contractors to set realistic design/procurement/construction timelines.
• Analyze schedule impacts, forecast delays, and recommend corrective actions to protect milestones.
• Perform critical path and risk analyses to identify schedule risks and opportunities.
• Report progress against baselines, including earned value metrics.
• Support design/construction change management by evaluating schedule impacts.
• Prepare progress reports and lookahead schedules for stakeholders.
• Participate in client and contractor meetings to align execution with strategy.

Skills

Schedule management

Project coordination

Critical path analysis

Risk analysis

Earned value reporting

Communication

MS Project

Primavera P6

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Project Controls

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

TILOS/Synchro 4D/Power BI

Job description

EPC Project Management Consulting is actively seeking a detail-driven and highly organized Scheduler to join our team, supporting a high-profile hyperscale data center project on-site in Chicago, IL.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules throughout all phases of construction; from pre-construction through commissioning. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives to ensure critical path milestones are met and risk to schedule is effectively managed.

This is a full-time, on-site role, ideal for someone with deep knowledge of construction planning principles and tools, particularly within complex, fast-paced environments like data centers.

$20,000 relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

• Location: Chicago, IL.
• Start Date: ASAP

Benefits Include:

• 8% 401(k) Employer Contribution - From day One And No Minimum Contribution Is Needed From You
• 100% Employer-Paid Healthcare, Dental And Vision (Employee, Spouse, and 4 X Dependents)
• Education Reimbursement
• $100,000 Life Insurance Coverage
• Long and Short Term Disability

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for large-scale data center construction projects using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent tools.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to create realistic timelines for design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Analyze schedule impacts, forecast delays, and recommend corrective actions to maintain project milestones.
• Perform critical path and risk analysis to identify schedule risks and opportunities.
• Track and report on schedule progress against baseline, including earned value metrics.
• Support change management processes by evaluating the impact of design or construction changes on schedule.
• Prepare and deliver progress reports, lookahead schedules, and executive summaries for stakeholders.
• Participate in client and contractor meetings, offering planning expertise to align execution with overall strategy.
• Coordinate closely with commercial, procurement, and construction teams to ensure integration of key milestones across disciplines.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience as a Project Planner or Scheduler, preferably within data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning and sequencing across trades including civil, structural, MEP, and commissioning phases.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and planning analytics tools (e.g., TILOS, Synchro 4D, or Power BI a plus).
• Experience managing and analyzing baseline schedules, resource loading, and schedule performance indicators.
• Familiarity with construction contracts (AIA, FIDIC, NEC) and their implications on schedule.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with both internal teams and external contractors.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls, or a related discipline preferred.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, client-facing environments with tight deadlines and evolving priorities.