Pronghorn

Pronghorn supplies high quality instrumentation and electrical services and products to diverse clients across Western Canada including large industrial, agricultural, mining, oil and gas, pipeline and petrochemical industries. We are an expanding and industry-leading organization, driven by core values of safety, integrity, performance, learning and teamwork with a forward-looking growth strategy. Our commitment to communications and employee development has helped us become an employer of choice.

Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner

Position Title: Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner
Location: Red Deer / Onsite as required
Employment Type: Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner to join our team. Reporting to the VP of Projects, the successful candidate will play a key role in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and supporting the execution of electrical construction projects. Working closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Site Supervisors, and Operations teams, the Scheduler/Planner will help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

- Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Break down project scopes into detailed activities, work packages, milestones, and deliverables.
- Establish realistic project timelines and critical path schedules.
- Develop resource-loaded schedules and track installed quantities, labour hours,



and productivity against baseline targets.
- Develop short-term and two-week look ahead schedules with site supervision, identifying work fronts, prerequisites, and constraints.
- Support estimating and pre-construction teams by preparing baseline schedules for new project opportunities during the RFP stage.

Schedule Monitoring & Reporting

- Track actual project progress against planned schedules.
- Analyze schedule performance and identify potential delays or impacts to project milestones.
- Prepare and distribute schedule updates, progress reports, and forecasts to project stakeholders.
- Communicate schedule changes and recovery plans as required.

Resource Planning & Coordination

- Coordinate with project teams to ensure adequate labor, materials, tools, and equipment are available to meet project schedules.
- Assist with workforce planning and resource allocation across multiple projects.
- Forecast short-term and long-term resource requirements in collaboration with Project Managers and Field teams.
- Identify resource conflicts and recommend solutions to maintain project productivity.

Risk Management & Schedule Optimization

- Identify scheduling risks, constraints, and potential bottlenecks early in the project lifecycle.




- Develop mitigation and recovery plans to minimize schedule impacts.
- Monitor project risks and update schedules as conditions change.
- Recommend strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and schedule performance.

Qualifications

- Diploma, Degree, or Technical Certification in Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
- Accepting Journeyperson Electrician certification with relevant planning and scheduling experience.
- 3-5 years in project scheduling, planning, or project controls within the electrical, industrial, or construction sectors.
- Proficiency with Primavera P6, including developing and maintaining detailed Level 4 construction schedules, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, estimates, and construction work packages.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a quick-paced environment.

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
- RRSP contributions
- Career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Exposure to large-scale electrical and industrial projects

Pay: $85,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Red Deer, AB

📌 Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner (Red Deer)
🏢 Pronghorn Controls
📍 Red Deer