Planner

Job summary

Develop, maintain, analyze, and optimize detailed schedules for large, complex, multi-year capital projects using Primavera P6. Advise project teams on scheduling, identify risks and impacts, resolve project controls issues, and coordinate with stakeholders to support successful project execution.

Job details

Planner / Scheduler Location: North York or Chatham, ON Schedule: Monday-Friday (Hybrid) Software: Primavera P6 (expert level required) Experience Level: Senior (7 to 10+ years) Travel Requirement: Valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract required. Local site travel required with mileage reimbursement. Position Overview We're is seeking an experienced Planner/Scheduler to support major capital projects valued at over $50MM annually and spanning multiple years. This position requires expertise in project planning and scheduling, strong leadership capabilities, and advanced proficiency with Primavera P6. The successful candidate will play a critical role in project execution by developing, maintaining, and optimizing project schedules while working closely with project stakeholders. Location & Travel Requirements Based out of the Chatham office. Travel to construction sites is required. Most project sites are located within 100 km of Chatham. Expected site presence is approximately one to two days every two weeks. Mileage and travel expenses will be reimbursed. Valid driver's abstract is required. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and analyze detailed project schedules for large-scale, complex, multi-year capital projects. Utilize Primavera P6 to create, monitor, and update project schedules. Support project execution teams by providing clear scheduling direction, guidance, and technical expertise. Identify schedule risks, opportunities, and potential impacts to project objectives. Interpret business and project requirements and recommend scheduling best practices. Troubleshoot project controls and scheduling issues, implementing corrective actions as required. Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure schedule alignment and project success. Provide leadership and facilitation support across project teams. Work independently while managing multiple priorities in a complex project environment. Required Qualifications Post-secondary education in Engineering or a related discipline. Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or equivalent preferred. 7-10 years of relevant experience in project planning, scheduling, project controls, or project management. Minimum 2 years of construction or project execution experience. Expert-level proficiency with Primavera P6. Demonstrated history of strong performance and successful project delivery. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Experience supporting major capital, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects. Proven leadership and facilitation experience within project environments. Key Competencies Subject matter expertise in project controls and scheduling. Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex scheduling challenges. Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills. Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities. Ability to evaluate project impacts and develop practical solutions. Skilled at working independently within broad objectives and project guidelines. Leadership & Accountability Acts as a scheduling and project controls resource for project teams and stakeholders. Provides guidance and technical direction to project execution personnel. May assign, coordinate, and review work to ensure technical accuracy and quality. Supports continuous improvement initiatives and promotes scheduling best practices across projects. Compensation: $48-60/h depending on experience, classification, and contract structure. Final compensation will be determined based on candidate qualifications and client requirements. Vacancy Status: This posting is to fill a current vacancy for a contract assignment. AI Disclosure: AI tools may be used to support resume screening.

What you’ll do

Develop, maintain, analyze, and optimize detailed schedules for large, complex, multi-year capital projects using Primavera P6. Advise project teams on scheduling, identify risks and impacts, resolve project controls issues, and coordinate with stakeholders to support successful project execution.

Requirements

Requires post-secondary education in engineering or a related discipline, 7–10 years of relevant experience, at least two years of construction or project execution experience, and expert-level Primavera P6 proficiency. A P.Eng. or equivalent is preferred, as is PMP certification; a valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract are required for local site travel.

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement
• Travel Expense Reimbursement

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Facilitation · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Planning
• Project Scheduling
• Primavera P6
• Project Controls
• Schedule Risk Analysis
• Schedule Optimization
• Construction Project Execution
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leadership
• Facilitation
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Project Management
• Scheduling Best Practices

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Energy

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