Senior Project Scheduler

Career Opportunities with K&A Engineering

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Scheduler & Planner to join our team at K&A Power Group in Springfield, Massachusetts. In this role, you will work on exciting and challenging projects in the energy and utility sectors.

• Ability to independently develop schedules on behalf of Owner within the framework of Owner’s operating processes including adherence to standard Work Breakdown Structures and activities
• Working with the team to develop, manage and maintain Oracle Primavera P6 schedules for all assigned projects
• Working with all stakeholders to update and maintain schedules
• Developing the Baseline Schedule to provide the means to compare actual progress against the baseline plan
• Reporting on upcoming milestones and key performance indicators (KPIs) to Owner management
• Alerting project managers of project activities that may be in jeopardy of falling behind
• Applying logic ties within the schedule and maintaining key milestones and activity codes; developing scheduling reports in P6 and reviewing and analyzing backup documentation for accuracy
• Support Project Controls reporting and dashboards
• Scheduler has no authority to direct field work
• Support the integration and use of project controls systems, such as E-Builder
• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging open communication, reporting unsafe conditions, and suggesting improvements to safety practices

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred
• 10+ years of Project Management Scheduling experience
• Responsible for Planning & Scheduling activities for large, complex engineering and/or construction projects
• Understand and manage projects from concept to completion
• Strong knowledge using Oracle Primavera P6: 6+ years of P6 Project level Scheduling
• Required experience in Excel, Power BI, and E-Builder
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design, construction, estimating, budgeting, and scheduling
• Power utility industry construction/maintenance project experience (Substation, T&D focus)
• Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools
• Ability to work in concert with clients, keeping client satisfaction a top priority
• Deadline driven, able to handle pressure in a fast‑paced work environment
• Self‑motivated and requires minimum supervision
• Willingness to grow, learn, lead, and develop/expand business
• Understanding of cost control skills
• Proficiency with financial analysis tools in a utility setting
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with competing priorities and stressful situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

$115,000 – $130,000 per year

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401(k) (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.