Scheduling Specialist

Terravanta Inc; Rosemead (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Terravanta Inc in Rosemead, CA is looking for a Scheduling Specialist to support project and program management for electric utilities. The ideal candidate will develop and manage integrated master schedules, perform critical path analysis, and ensure timely project delivery. Requires extensive experience in scheduling for capital projects and proficiency in Primavera P6.

The position emphasizes strong communication, stakeholder coordination, and project controls for electric generation and infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in scheduling for capital projects and/or construction.
• Experience with electric utilities, including generation and interconnection facilities.
• Ability to perform critical path analysis and convert Excel schedules into Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated master schedules for major capital projects.
• Lead schedule development and tracking to ensure timely project delivery.
• Perform complex research and data analysis related to scheduling.

Skills

Scheduling for capital projects

Electric utilities

Critical path analysis

Microsoft Project

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Finance

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

Location – Rosemead, CA

Scheduling Specialist – Utilities (Electric Generation & Infrastructure)

The Scheduling Specialist supports project and program management by developing, maintaining, and analyzing detailed project schedules, tracking progress, and delivering data‑driven insights to guide strategic decision‑making. This role integrates scheduling with cost controls, risk analysis, and performance reporting while leveraging both traditional methodologies and emerging technologies (including AI‑driven analytics) to improve forecasting, data quality, and process optimization.

This position has a strong emphasis on electric utilities, including generation and interconnection facilities, with experience in hydroelectric and gas generation, substation, transmission and distribution projects. The role supports the mission to power the planet sustainably and reduce carbon emissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated master schedules for major capital projects and large‑scale distribution programs (30+ work groups), including tracking permitting and regulatory milestones.
• Lead schedule development, tracking, monitoring, and reporting to ensure projects are delivered on time across multi‑year programs.
• Integrate existing schedules (owners, contractors, vendors) into a comprehensive, resource‑loaded master schedule.
• Incorporate contractor schedules into owner schedules and ensure alignment across all project stakeholders.
• Perform critical path analysis, identify schedule risks, and proactively recommend mitigation strategies.
• Conduct time impact analysis (TIA) and document delays with clear supporting data.
• Convert and align Excel‑based schedules into Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project environments.
• Perform resource loading and forecasting, ensuring accurate staffing and execution planning.
• Support scheduling for electric utility infrastructure projects, including generation (hydro, gas) and interconnection facilities.
• Perform complex research, updates, and data analysis related to scheduling and project controls.
• Prepare and present results, alternatives, and recommendations to support decision‑making, cost management, and risk mitigation.
• Support regulatory and governance requirements, including data requests for audits, rate cases, and filings.
• Apply earned value management (EVM) principles, including WBS development, schedule performance tracking, and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with project teams to define objectives, milestones, deliverables, and execution strategies.
• Identify trends and assess performance against baseline schedules.
• Drive issue resolution proactively or escape to Project Managers as needed.
• Mentor and support the development of junior scheduling and project controls professionals.
• Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including field personnel and contractors.
• Travel to job sites as needed (generally less than once per month).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in scheduling for capital projects and/or construction.
• Strong experience in electric utilities, with emphasis on:
• Generation (hydroelectric and gas plants
• Transmission/interconnection facilities
• Proven ability to:
• Convert Excel schedules into Primavera P6 / Microsoft Project
• Develop and manage resource‑loaded schedules
• Perform critical path analysis
• Integrate contractor schedules into master owner schedules
• Experience with Primavera P6 (required) and Microsoft Project.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Visio) and SAP.
• Experience in project controls, construction, or infrastructure projects (strongly preferred).

Certifications (Preferred)

• Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP)
• Earned Value Professional (EVP)
• Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Software

• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Excel (advanced scheduling applications)

Core Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination
• Proactive and solution‑oriented mindset
• Critical thinking and analytical capability
• Strong judgment and decision‑making skills
• Adaptability in dynamic project environments
• High attention to detail and organizational skills