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Associate Scheduler - Project Controls & Scheduling

Sargent & Lundy

Amarillo, TXHybridFull-time$74–114K/yrPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$74–114K/yr
Location
Amarillo, TXHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Sargent & Lundy is hiring an Associate Scheduler - Project Controls & Scheduling. The Associate Project Scheduler will apply technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing and maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This role involves interfacing with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for detailed project schedule development. The scheduler will use industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, to perform various tasks.

Key focus areas include Implement project controls tools and methodology, Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices, and Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required.

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Project Experience and Post-Secondary Graduate. Important skills include Primavera P6, Project Controls Tools, Critical Path Analysis, Schedule Contingency Management, Project Risk Management, and Schedule Variance Management. Preferred (not required): Project Management, Project Scheduling, Earned Value Performance, and Power Industry Knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Primavera P6Project Controls ToolsCritical Path AnalysisSchedule Contingency ManagementProject Risk ManagementSchedule Variance ManagementQuestioning AttitudeMonth End ClosingPhase Gate ProcessesData AnalysisReport BuildingProject Performance MonitoringTime-Phased Cost ForecastsCommunicationMultitaskingMotivationAttention to DetailMS OfficeExcelMS AccessProject ManagementProject SchedulingEarned Value PerformancePower Industry Knowledge

Qualifications

3+ Years Project ExperiencePost-Secondary GraduateEngineering InternshipCo-Op ExperienceAACE CST or PMI EquivalentWorking Towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP or PMI EquivalentEquivalent TrainingSuccessfully Passed Designated Proficiency Testing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

As an Associate Project Scheduler for Capital Projects, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for the development of detailed project schedules. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, you will perform the following tasks:

  • Implement project controls tools and methodology

  • Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices

  • Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required

  • Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks

  • Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.

  • Proactively manage schedule variances and have a questioning attitude with project deviations.

  • Support month end closing and phase gate processes

  • Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.

  • Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports

  • Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs

  • Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making

  • Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance

  • Interface with cost analyst staff to develop time-phased cost forecasts

  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • Familiarity using Primavera P6 or other scheduling software

  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls

  • Three or more years of project experience

  • Post-secondary graduate

  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.

  • Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.

  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry

  • i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent

  • ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent

  • iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training

  • Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Accident Insurance

  • Disability Coverage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Back-Up Daycare

  • FSA & HSA

  • 401(k)

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account

  • Merit Scholarship Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program

  • Tuition Assistance

  • First Professional Licensure Bonus

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$74,353 - $113,595

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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CityAmarillo

StateTX

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestProject Management

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-24986

Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group

DepartmentProject Controls and Scheduling Division

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