Steel Project Scheduler — Shipyard Planning Pro

Colonna's Shipyard, INC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonna’s Shipyard Inc. — Steel America division in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Project Scheduler to manage and update production schedules, ensuring milestones are met.

You will collaborate with superintendents and project managers, tracking manpower, budget, and performance across all schedule phases. The role requires a HS Diploma with 5+ years of scheduling fabrication projects and proficiency in MS Project and Primavera P6, plus strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years experience in planning and scheduling fabrication projects.
• Proficiency in MS Project and Primavera P6.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to identify and mitigate scheduling issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to self-prioritize, initiate projects, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Reliable, steady work ethic and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update job schedules with weekly progress tracking.
• Oversee all phases of the production schedule and maintain tools to analyze impacts and recommend adjustments.
• Track project progress and update metrics such as manpower, budget, and performance.
• Resource-load production schedules based on bid data and build plans.
• Create master schedules aligning operation sequences with forecasts, specifications, footprint availability, and deadlines.
• Maintain schedules for steel processing sites, equipment, footprint, and operations.
• Participate in craft planning and schedule reviews.
• Analyze capacity data to determine manpower requirements.
• Develop standard and custom graphs and charts for reporting to Project Managers.
• Provide weekly schedule status reports to the Production Manager/Director.
• Assist with bid schedules for estimators.
• Complete tasks independently and ensure timely communication on project statuses.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Time management

Self-prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Colonna’s Shipyard Inc. — Steel America division in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Project Scheduler to manage and update production schedules, ensuring milestones are met.

You will collaborate with superintendents and project managers, tracking manpower, budget, and performance across all schedule phases. The role requires a HS Diploma with 5+ years of scheduling fabrication projects and proficiency in MS Project and Primavera P6, plus strong communication and problem-solving skills.