Lead Planner / Scheduler
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AI Summary
The Lead Planner / Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing project schedules in collaboration with contractors and internal project teams. This role includes identifying scheduling risks, analyzing the critical path, and supporting decision-making through timely reporting and data analysis.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job Title: Lead Planner / Scheduler
Industry: Oil & Gas
Industry: Oil & Gas
Overview:
As a Lead Planner / Scheduler, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing project schedules in collaboration with contractors and internal project teams. Your role is critical in ensuring projects stay on track, resources are effectively allocated, and progress is clearly communicated to stakeholders. You’ll play a key role in identifying scheduling risks, analyzing the critical path, and supporting decision-making through timely reporting and data analysis.
As a Lead Planner / Scheduler, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing project schedules in collaboration with contractors and internal project teams. Your role is critical in ensuring projects stay on track, resources are effectively allocated, and progress is clearly communicated to stakeholders. You’ll play a key role in identifying scheduling risks, analyzing the critical path, and supporting decision-making through timely reporting and data analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
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Schedule Development:
Work with project managers and engineers to create and maintain detailed, milestone-based schedules that align with client and contractor goals.
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Resource Planning:
Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials across project phases to ensure efficient resource use and timely project execution.
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Critical Path Management:
Identify and monitor the critical path; implement mitigation plans to prevent or resolve schedule delays.
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Progress Tracking:
Update schedules regularly, analyze deviations, and communicate impacts to project stakeholders.
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Schedule Optimization:
Evaluate and adjust project timelines to enhance efficiency while maintaining safety and quality standards.
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Stakeholder Coordination:
Act as a liaison between the Client and Contractor, ensuring alignment on scheduling priorities and overall project goals.
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Reporting:
Prepare schedule performance reports and presentations that highlight progress, issues, and recommended actions.
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Risk Mitigation:
Collaborate on the identification of potential delays and implement strategies to minimize impact.
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Documentation:
Maintain organized records of all schedules, updates, and resource plans in accordance with company policies and industry standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Proven experience in Oil & Gas project scheduling.
- Skilled in Primavera, MS Project, and planning best practices.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Adaptable to dynamic environments and shifting priorities.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $180,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year
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