Scheduler - Thermal Generation

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is hiring a Scheduler to support thermal power generation projects, preferably in Houston, TX but not required to be onsite. You will prepare and review EPC schedules, interact with end-users, contractors and the energy team, and contribute to a growing organization solving client challenges.

Responsibilities include developing project timelines, baseline and monthly updates, and analysis of claims and costs using Primavera, MS Project and InEight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, business or related field.
• 5+ years scheduling EPC power generation projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Experience developing logical sequencing, durations and phasing.
• Experience in review/analysis of claims, time extensions and cost impacts.
• Ethical decision-making and policy adherence.
• Proven safety awareness and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop schedules for brown and green field power projects with end-users, contractors and stakeholders.
• Review baseline and monthly schedule updates.
• Review claims and related analysis; assist with response letters.
• Analyze schedules, identify issues and develop solutions.
• Develop logical sequencing, contract durations and phasing.
• Utilize Primavera, MS Project and InEight for scheduling.
• Coordinate with project development team to reflect logic, sequence and duration.
• Incorporate permitting matrix tasks into the master schedule.
• Integrate milestones from owners, EPC and permitting constraints.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Timeline development

Critical path analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, business or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

InEight

Expedition

Maximo

PMI-SP (certification)

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP USA is initiating a search for a Scheduler supporting our thermal power generation projects. Preference for the candidate is to be located in our Houston, TX office but is not required. Be involved in projects with our Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

The candidate will prepare and review Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) schedules for various power generation projects in various stages of development.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized on TIME’s list of the world’s best companies and Fortune’s Change the World list.

As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

Your Impact

• Develop schedules for power generation projects, brown and green field, ability to work with end-users, contractors, and other project stakeholders to develop the project timeline.
• Review schedule concepts, including baseline and monthly schedule updates
• Review claims and related analysis and assist with response letters to owner, engineer, and contractor claims as necessary.
• Analyze schedules, identify potential issues, and develop solutions.
• Developing of logical sequencing of the work, contract durations and phasing.
• Utilize the computer program Primavera, MS Project, and InEight.
• Review and analysis of claims, time extensions, and impact on costs.
• Work closely with the project development team by representing in the schedule the logic, sequence and duration of activities.
• Incorporate tasks and sequences from the permitting matrix to reflect the overall project schedule and support the management team with critical path analysis.
• Be able to incorporate to the master schedule activities from diverse stakeholders such as owners’ milestones, EPC, and permitting constraints.

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, construction management, engineering, business, environmental services or related course work.
• 5+ years minimum experience in the scheduling of EPC types of power generation projects.
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Experience in the development of logical sequencing of the work, contract durations and phasing.
• Ability and understanding to fully utilize the computer program Primavera/Expedition.
• Experience in the review and analysis of claims, time extensions, and impact on costs.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
• Relevant certifications related to planning and scheduling such as but not limited to Maximo.
• Experience with InEight

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

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