Scheduler (Data Centers)

EPC Project Management Consulting, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% 401(k) Employer Contribution

Unlimited PTO

100% Employer-Paid Healthcare, Dental,

Education Reimbursement

$100,000 Life Insurance Coverage

Job summary

EPC Project Management Consulting, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a detail-driven Scheduler to support a high-profile hyperscale data center project on-site. You will develop and monitor schedules through pre-construction to commissioning, collaborating with PMs, engineers, and subcontractors to meet milestones.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in data center scheduling, strong Primavera P6 and MS Project skills, and a degree in Construction Management or related field.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience as a Project Planner or Scheduler, preferably in data centers, mission-critical, or large-scale infra projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning and sequencing across civil, structural, MEP, and commissioning phases.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project; 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.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls, or related field.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal teams and external contractors.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, client-facing environments with tight deadlines and evolving priorities.

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.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Critical path analysis

Risk management

Earned value reporting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Controls

Tools

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 Richmond, VA.

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, or Per Diem is available for the right candidate.

• Start Date: ASAP
• Work Type: On site - Either full-time travel or full-time relocation

Benefits Include:

• 8% 401(k) Employer Contribution - From day one
• Unlimited PTO
• 100% Employer-Paid Healthcare, Dental and Vision (employee, spouse, and dependents)
• Education Reimbursement
• $100,000 Life Insurance Coverage

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.