Project Scheduling Manager

Chicago, Illinois

Negotiable

Contract

Ref: 4869_1774369795

Scheduler Manager

Position Summary
The Scheduler Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing detailed project schedules for large-scale industrial construction projects. This role works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure accurate planning, progress tracking, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6)
  • Lead schedule development efforts across engineering, procurement, and construction phases (EPC)
  • Analyze schedule performance, critical path, and identify risks and opportunities
  • Provide regular schedule updates, forecasts, and progress reports to project leadership
  • Interface with project controls, cost, and field teams to ensure alignment between schedule and execution
  • Perform what-if scenario analysis and support recovery planning efforts
  • Ensure compliance with project scheduling standards, procedures, and best practices
  • Mentor and guide junior schedulers as needed

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of scheduling experience in industrial construction projects
  • Strong experience with EPC projects (power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industrial preferred)
  • Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, cost integration, and project controls
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills

Preferred Experience

  • Combined cycle power plant or large-scale energy projects
  • Experience working in field environments or alongside construction teams
  • Familiarity with cost systems and integrated project controls

Oscar Associates Limited (US) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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