Project Scheduler will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedule to ensure work is completed as planned and resources are coordinated effectively.
Typical responsibilities include:
Creating and maintaining detailed project schedules using tools such as Oracle Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
Defining project activities, milestones, dependencies, and critical paths
Coordinating with project managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to gather schedule updates
Tracking project progress against baseline schedules
Identifying schedule risks, delays, and bottlenecks
Preparing schedule forecasts and recovery plans
Producing reports, dashboards, and status updates for leadership and clients
Monitoring resource allocation and workload balancing
Supporting budgeting and cost-control efforts through schedule analysis
Conducting what-if scenario planning and timeline impact assessments
Ensuring compliance with project standards, contractual deadlines, and reporting requirements
Participating in project planning meetings and risk reviews
Common skills and qualifications:
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Knowledge of scheduling methodologies such as CPM (Critical Path Method)
Experience with Gantt charts, resource loading, and earned value management
Advanced Excel and reporting skills
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple timelines
Communication and stakeholder coordination abilities