At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and schedule electrical construction projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly execution.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on large-scale electrical and industrial projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and RRSP contributions.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with opportunities for growth and exposure to exciting projects.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a collaborative environment while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Diploma or certification in relevant fields; 3-5 years of scheduling experience required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, scheduling, monitoring, and supporting the execution of electrical construction projects. Working closely with Project Managers, Estimators, Site Supervisors, and Operations teams, the Scheduler/Planner will help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Break down project scopes into detailed activities, work packages, milestones, and deliverables.
- Establish realistic project timelines and critical path schedules.
- Develop resource-loaded schedules and track installed quantities, labour hours, and productivity against baseline targets.
- Develop short-term and two-week look ahead schedules with site supervision, identifying work fronts, prerequisites, and constraints.
- Schedule Monitoring & Reporting
- Track actual project progress against planned schedules.
- Analyze schedule performance and identify potential delays or impacts to project milestones.
- Prepare and distribute schedule updates, progress reports, and forecasts to project stakeholders.
- Communicate schedule changes and recovery plans as required.
- Resource Planning & Coordination
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure adequate labor, materials, tools, and equipment are available to meet project schedules.
- Assist with workforce planning and resource allocation across multiple projects.
- Forecast short-term and long-term resource requirements in collaboration with Project Managers and Field teams.
- Identify resource conflicts and recommend solutions to maintain project productivity.
- Risk Management & Schedule Optimization
- Identify scheduling risks, constraints, and potential bottlenecks early in the project lifecycle.
- Develop mitigation and recovery plans to minimize schedule impacts.
- Monitor project risks and update schedules as conditions change.
- Recommend strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and schedule performance.
Qualifications
- Diploma, Degree, or Technical Certification in Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
- Accepting Journeyperson Electrician certification with relevant planning and scheduling experience.
- 3-5 years in project scheduling, planning, or project controls within the electrical, industrial, or construction sectors.
- Proficiency with Primavera P6, including developing and maintaining detailed Level 4 construction schedules, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, estimates, and construction work packages.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
- RRSP contributions
- Career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Exposure to large-scale electrical and industrial projects
Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner employer: Pronghorn Controls Ltd.
Join our dynamic team in Red Deer as an Electrical Project Scheduler / Planner, where you'll enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters career advancement. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on large-scale electrical and industrial projects, ensuring your contributions are both meaningful and rewarding.
