Senior Project Scheduler: Pharma, P6/MS Project Expert

PMA Consultants Careers; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

PMA invites a Project Scheduler to independently manage medium to large, complex schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, supporting internal and client teams through analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

This role offers multiple levels with final placement based on experience; PMA provides flexible work options including office, work-from-home, or client site in the Houston area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in project scheduling and controls.
• Experience with Pharmaceutical projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project; NetPoint a plus.
• Understanding of construction lifecycles and design/build delivery methods.
• Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may be substituted for the stated minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and status updates of project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Develop and manage summary and detailed project schedules for mid- to large-scale and multiple concurrent projects.
• Interpret contract requirements and ensure proper integration of scheduling deliverables.
• Track progress against baseline schedules, identify critical paths, and analyze variances and delays.
• Develop and present schedule status reports, dashboards, and narratives for internal and client-facing audiences.
• Conduct what-if analyses, time impact studies, and recovery plan evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with scheduling best practices and delivery method standards, including design/build projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction professionals to gather schedule data and status updates.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and site visits to validate schedule accuracy and progress.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

NetPoint

Job description

PMA invites a Project Scheduler to independently manage medium to large, complex schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, supporting internal and client teams through analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

This role offers multiple levels with final placement based on experience; PMA provides flexible work options including office, work-from-home, or client site in the Houston area.