Project Scheduler

Are you a seasoned Scheduler with a proven track record in construction within the heavy industry sector? Adecco is currently recruiting for a full-time Project Scheduler position with a distinguished mining and metals company located in Kitimat, BC. This role encompasses diverse responsibilities, including master schedule management, risk mitigation, and deviation oversight. As a crucial liaison for the entire project team handling various packages of work, this opportunity is tailored for professionals with over 5 years of scheduling expertise and an acute attention to detail. Take the next step in your career - apply now to join a reputable organization at the forefront of the industry.

• Pay rate: $85/hour (IC strongly preferred)
• Location: Kitimat, BC
• Shifts : Monday - Friday | 10 hours/day
• Job type: Full-time | Contract

Here's why you should apply:

• Free access to our Aspire Academy for continuing professional education
• Hires fast, pays weekly
• Vacation pay paid out on each weekly pay cheque
• Medical and dental benefits once qualified
• Free training programs

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules and baselines and ensure baseline changes are managed through an approved Project Change Notice (PCN).
• Monitor and control all activities through the planning and execution phases.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as required to accurately develop and maintain assigned project schedules.
• Provide regular schedule performance reports, analysis and advice to Project Coordinators and the Manager of Projects.
• Apply earned value management tools and techniques to interpret data and provide timely insight and recommendations on project and program performance.
• Maintain key project milestones and identify any schedule risks in achieving these milestones.
• Ensure consistent and robust implementation of planning and scheduling processes across the program of works.
• Assist optimization of portfolio level plan by integrating deliverables including, work breakdown structure and resource loading across the different project part of the portfolio.
• Input into the development of standard planning procedures, guidelines, templates, coding to allow consistent planning protocols across the planning team.
• Monitor production with a focus on insuring correct resources are deployed at the right time to each project.
• Produce plans and schedules of work including visual aids such as bar charts, procedures, and diagrams.
• Compare progress with client programs and maintain contract deadlines.
• Liaise with clients and subcontractors where necessary.
• Provide accurate hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure the program reflects project activities/milestones.
• Capture of all time delays caused by EOT's or change event notices and ensure changes are properly captured through the Project Change Management (PCN) process.
• Update and edit the master schedule and other schedules as required
• Flags risk and deviations from the critical path
• Oversee Contractors' resource allocation for project efficiency.
• Monitor project progress, identify delays, and propose solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in structural, mechanical, civil engineering, or construction management.
• Minimum 5 years of scheduling experience in construction within the heavy industry sector.
• Understanding of Earned Value Management in a Program/Project environment.
• Extensive project scheduling experience in Primavera P6.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI skills desirable.
• Strong time management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Analytical problem-solving skills related to scheduling performance and reporting.
• Local to Kitimat preferred.
• Legally eligible to work and reside in Canada.

Don't miss this opportunity for a rewarding Project Scheduler role in Kitimat, BC. Apply now, and an Adecco Recruiter will contact you soon.
To find out more about Adecco Perks and what we can do for you please visit the link here: https://www.adecco.ca/en-ca/working-with-a-staffing-agency/adecco-perks/
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