Senior Project Scheduler: Complex Programs

American Electric Power Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Project Scheduler Principal in Columbus, Ohio. You will coordinate activities, support PMs, and develop complex schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities include schedule maintenance, data collection, risk analysis, and reporting to senior management. Experience with nuclear scheduling and strong communication are valued, with on-site work and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Education requirements depend on experience and related field from an accredited university or college.
• HS Diploma/GED with 7 years experience; nuclear plant exception may apply.
• Associate degree with 5 years experience; bachelor’s degree with 3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Define activities, durations, sequences, and logic to develop scope of work plans and milestones.
• Develop integrated schedules with resource loading and critical path methodologies.
• Mentor junior schedulers in schedule review meetings with stakeholders.
• Communicate schedule status to stakeholders and ensure governance compliance.
• Coordinate schedule and cost integration including SPI/CPI for each scope.
• Assess risks and propose mitigation actions to keep milestones on track.

Education

Education in related field (Accounting, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Technology, or Project Management)

HS Diploma / GED with 7 years experience

Associate's degree with 5 years experience

Bachelor's degree with 3 years experience

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Project Scheduler Principal in Columbus, Ohio. You will coordinate activities, support PMs, and develop complex schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Responsibilities include schedule maintenance, data collection, risk analysis, and reporting to senior management. Experience with nuclear scheduling and strong communication are valued, with on-site work and travel as required.