P6 Scheduler

TEKsystems•Richmond, VA

3d•$60 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Primavera P6 Scheduler to support large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. This individual will partner closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and project teams to develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules from initiation through completion. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, resource loading, schedule analysis, and project controls utilizing Primavera P6.

Requirements

5+ years of experience utilizing Primavera P6 in a project scheduling capacity.
Strong understanding of CPM (Critical Path Method) scheduling.
Experience developing schedules from the ground up, including WBS creation and logic development.
Experience with resource loading, resource leveling, and schedule forecasting.
Knowledge of project controls, schedule performance metrics, and earned value concepts.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple project stakeholders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting construction, utility, telecommunications, data center, or large capital projects.
Experience utilizing Primavera P6 EPPM and Enterprise Project Structure (EPS).
Familiarity with schedule risk analysis and project controls reporting.
PMI-SP certification or related scheduling certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in Primavera P6.
Build resource-loaded schedules and monitor project progress against baseline schedules.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Leads, and field teams to ensure schedule accuracy.
Conduct critical path analysis and identify schedule risks, delays, and recovery opportunities.
Monitor workload distribution and project delivery progress.
Maintain schedule logic, activity relationships, milestones, and resource assignments.
Prepare and support weekly and monthly schedule reporting.
Analyze schedule variances and provide recommendations for corrective action.
Support earned value reporting and resource utilization analysis.
Participate in project planning meetings and provide schedule forecasting.
Ensure schedule quality by eliminating open-ended activities and validating project logic.
Perform additional project controls and scheduling responsibilities as assigned.