Construction Project Controls & Scheduling Specialist

InPwr • Lawrence, IN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Controls Specialist supports successful construction project execution by developing, maintaining, analyzing, and communicating project schedules. This role partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, field leadership, and customers to ensure schedules are realistic, properly sequenced, and aligned with operational needs. This position is responsible for translating customer-provided schedules into detailed internal project plans that reflect labor requirements, procurement timelines, sequencing, and resource constraints. The role also proactively identifies schedule risks, delays, and conflicts, ensuring potential issues are addressed before impacting project performance.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in construction scheduling, project controls, or operations
• Primavera P6 (required)
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
• ERP systems and project management platforms
• Scheduling and project controls software
• Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, sequencing, and construction workflows
• Ability to develop and manage detailed, multi-project schedules
• Knowledge of manpower planning, procurement coordination, and operational planning
• Ability to identify schedule risks, compression, and sequencing conflicts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and collaboration with field and office teams
• Proactive mindset with ability to anticipate and address project issues early
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial or industrial construction environments preferred
• Electrical construction experience strongly preferred
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Willingness to occasionally travel to project sites

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed construction project schedules
• Build internal schedules based on customer requirements, field input, and operational constraints
• Coordinate schedule development and updates throughout all phases of construction
• Maintain accurate scheduling documentation, revisions, and records
• Review and analyze customer-provided schedules for feasibility and sequencing concerns
• Identify schedule risks, delays, compaction issues, and operational constraints
• Analyze critical path activities and potential impacts to project completion
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and identify deviations
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to validate schedule assumptions
• Coordinate with procurement teams on material lead times and schedule impacts
• Participate in project planning, operational meetings, and customer schedule reviews
• Assist with schedule recovery planning and mitigation strategies
• Support standardization of scheduling practices and project controls processes
• Contribute to additional scheduling and operational responsibilities as needed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 100% company paid for employees
• Paid vacation & holidays
• 401(k) company match
• 30-day paid sabbatical every 5 years of employment
• Stable employment with a growing company
• Competitive salary and opportunities for growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed