Sr. Project Controls Specialist; Scheduling

EDG Inc

The Project Controls Specialist (Scheduler) is responsible for the construction schedules for Power Generation projects. The project scheduler will work with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Project Controls Manager, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to develop and maintain construction schedules. The scheduler will report current status and any potential issues up to the Project Controls Manager for assigned projects.

• Assist project manager to develop project scope of work.
• Study and understand all relevant project documents pertaining to the preparation of plans and schedules.
• Work with all relevant project and discipline personnel to prepare plans and schedules.
• Convert scope of work document into logically linked resource‑loaded project schedule.
• Prepare realistic, achievable schedules as logical networks and, where necessary, integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules.
• Monitor progress against project schedule and prepare progress reports.
• Gather accurate progress and expended cost information at relevant time intervals.
• Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issue of all relevant reports to stakeholders.
• Verbally and in writing advise project management and discipline personnel on impacts, contingencies and generally guide the scopes towards the earliest possible finish.
• Analyze progress and effects on schedule and advise necessary corrective actions.
• Mentor other Project Controls Specialists on the team.
• Develop and/or modify Project Controls processes and working procedures based on feedback from project stakeholders and upper management.
• Serve as a key point of contact for upper management to discuss high‑visibility projects and issues.
• Lead/Assist in the development of Cost and Schedule QRAs (Quantitative Risk Assessment).
• Participate in schedule and project risk analysis as required.
• May assist as a Stage Gate Process Gate Reviewer by performing rigorous evaluations of project development and control deliverables, including business cases presented by project teams.
• Provide input into the budget forecasting process.

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Ten (10) or more years of Project Controls related experience.
• Previous experience utilizing Primavera P6 to build schedules.
• Effective communication with project stakeholders and upper management.
• Basic working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6 and Excel.
• Experience managing large capital project schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and determine priorities.
• Skilled writer.
• Understanding of basic project management principles.
• General understanding of Cost Management, Estimating and Change Control.
• Willingness to work on work sites at least 4 days per week when construction is in progress (per diem provided for out‑of‑area candidates).
• High degree of computer literacy.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience in Power Generation, Oil Refineries, or Chemical Plant industries.

• Work is conducted in an office environment (private or semi‑private office) on an active construction site.
• Field duties require outdoor work in a plant or construction atmosphere.
• Interaction with other team members, supervisors, and client personnel.
• Working in plant, construction, and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Must wear safety equipment as required for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

• Lifting and carrying 5 pounds.
• Clear speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, to conduct analysis and investigations.
• Manual dexterity to perform routine office duties, with or without reasonable…