Project Scheduler
Posted 24 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Project Scheduler, Construction”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyConstruction Management, Engineering, Project Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsPMI-SP (PMI Scheduling Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional)
About You:
Are you passionate about turning complex project plans into actionable schedules that bring your team’s vision to life? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision and organization are the keys to success? If the answer is “Yes!” then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you.
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and organized Project Scheduler to join our team based in Raleigh-Durham, NC. As a Project Scheduler, you’ll take the lead in driving the development, implementation, and management of project timelines for intricate advanced manufacturing and high-stakes construction and engineering projects. Your role is vital in aligning design phases with procurement strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance. You’ll be the linchpin that coordinates cross-functional teams, rallying them together to meet crucial deadlines and achieve project success. Join us in shaping the future of innovative projects!
A Day in the Life:
- Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (IMS) for large-scale advanced manufacturing and mission-critical construction projects, including phases such as mechanical completion, commissioning, and validation (when applicable).
- Coordinate timelines with internal design-build teams and external stakeholders (contractors, vendors).
- Monitor progress using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project, adjusting schedules for scope changes, resource availability, or delays.
- Identify potential scheduling disruptions and recommend corrective measures to minimize delays.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), validation protocols, and regulatory standards.
- Create progress dashboards and earned value metrics (CPI, SPI) for project teams and leadership.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings to align priorities, address bottlenecks, and communicate timeline adjustments.
- Maintain scheduling standards and templates for consistency across projects.
- Collaborate with cost controllers and risk managers to integrate financial and operational data effectively.
Necessary Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 5+ years in project scheduling for industrial construction, preferably in advanced manufacturing and mission critical projects
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, Power BI, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of commissioning, qualification (C&Q), and validation processes.
- Strong analytical abilities to interpret P&IDs, Gantt charts, and resource-loaded schedules.