Senior Scheduler, Pipelines (Calgary, AB)

• Prepare complex construction and front-end planning schedules, fully resource loaded supporting the estimating and proposals team.
• Liaise with project teams on award of a project to produce compliant baseline project schedules and basis of schedule.
• Consult the appropriate project team members and follow scheduling procedures as a means of ensuring that proper scheduling processes are followed prior to the commencement of work.
• Liaise with Estimating team and Project Management regarding scheduling activities and be able to discuss impacts of the work progress and offer resolution to problems.
• Serve as technical advisor to Project Schedulers and provide solutions to difficult production problems.
• Exercise judgement in the selection, compilation and analysis of data obtained from a variety of sources.
• Review complex project schedules across the business.
• Review, monitor and report on progress of work and any problems that affect the planned schedule.
• Maintain the P6 database and identify, record and report on the impact of work performed against current baselines.
• Prepare routine reports to the management team regarding proposal and project scheduling activities.
• Responsible for production of proposal stage resource histograms in liaison with the responsible estimator.
• Evaluate actual construction progress and provide regular schedule updates.
• Report on the impacts of resource assignments to SMJVs programme of work.
• Ensure the maintenance of all other schedule records and reports.
• Perform schedule integrity audits across the SMJV programme of work and ensure corrective actions where required.
• Monitor compliance with company schedule standards and processes

• Relevant experience and education and / or a combination of relevant engineering or construction degree, technical diploma program, and relevant experience.

• 6+ years of experience in a project planning role, preferably in the oil and gas pipeline construction industry.
• Hands-on experience using Primavera P6 (required) and Tilos (preferred).
• Experience with EVM (Earned Value Management).
• Experience in TILOS time-location planning software is considered a strong asset, but training will be provided for the successful candidate.

• Intricate working knowledge of Primavera P6.
• Working knowledge of Tilos would be an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work well as part of a high functioning team in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Effective change management skills.
• Ability to use judgment and critical thinking skills when faced with ambiguous situations.
• Proven ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to create effective solutions.
• High proficiency with analytical tools, particularly spreadsheets and application software.
• Strong planning, scheduling and decision-making skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and deliver on timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others and maintain strong relationships across different teams, to achieve the best results and deliver the most value.

Department: Commercial/Project Controls
This is a permanent position