Job Description – Planner/Scheduler III

Primary Focus
At the senior level of the construction project management family the focus of this position is to take on increasingly challenging assignments that support project requirements, be able to work independently, and able to coordinate the management team for execution alignment.

The primary focus of the Project Scheduler is to develop, detail, expand and maintain project schedules for one or more projects managed by the department. The planning and schedule development will be done in conjunction with other stakeholders within the project teams.

Specific Accountabilities

Adhering to enterprise scheduling standards for development and implementation of schedules, ensures standards are current, e.g., Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

Updating, revising, and detailing for schedules as projects progress through development and execution stages, e.g., updating the schedules based on earned‑value data from the Field Construction Analysts and other sources of construction tracking and reporting information

Assist with interpreting performance of scheduled activities and communicating issues to the Project Manager, e.g., analyzing the impacts that schedule updates will have on baseline plans, ensuring resource requirements for schedules are incorporated at planning stages and continuously developed through the project lifecycle

Developing and managing schedule performance indicators

Providing technical advice related to scheduling/planning/logistics. Developing detailed “what‑if” schedules as requested to communicate options to the project team, identifying critical path elements and associated logic driven options, etc.

Representing the department by providing advice and coordination of internal projects and associated external activities, e.g., customers, partners, consultants, etc.

Providing technical and business advice on the preparation and disposition of documents required for project completion, e.g., providing reports, schedules, updates and input as required regarding scheduling and planning for the projects





Interface with the various stakeholders on the project team and other key stakeholders to receive the information required for accurate and timely critical‑path management of the project schedules

Scope

Impact of this role is typically confined to the immediate work unit or project, will interact with external stakeholders as needed under the guidance of a senior level employee

Recommendations reviewed for accuracy

Provides guidance to junior and intermediate planners/schedulers

Contacts

Verbal and written communication typically consists of the collection and relay of complex technical facts and analysis of business implications

Required to communicate technical issues to technical and non‑technical staff

Reports directly to the Supervisor of Project Controls

Working Conditions

Office environment

Overnight business or construction field trips may be required

Expectation to produce required reports and cost data in a timely manner

Occasional travel to field worksite locations. May require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Technical college diploma or university degree in a related field

5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Aptitude and communications skills related to acting independently as a senior logistics/scheduling professional

Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload in a fast paced and dynamic environment and resolve issues in a timely manner

Possess an aptitude for successfully building relationships with project staff, internal and external stakeholders

Expert level knowledge of Primavera P6

Experience with oil and gas construction projects

Advantages

Expert level knowledge of Primavera P6





Experience with oil and gas construction projects

Qualifications

Technical college diploma or university degree in a related field

5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Aptitude and communications skills related to acting independently as a senior logistics/scheduling professional

Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload in a quick paced and agile environment and resolve issues in a timely manner

Possess an aptitude for successfully building relationships with project staff, internal and external stakeholders

Expert level knowledge of Primavera P6

Experience with oil and gas construction projects

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary/gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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