Top Benefits
About the role
Benefits Offering
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Company events
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Health & Dental Benefits
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employer RRSP match
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Competitive Time Off Policy
Position Summary
The Junior Scheduler supports project management teams in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules for rail and civil construction projects. Working closely with project managers, engineers, and field supervisors, this role helps ensure that project timelines, resources, and milestones are effectively planned and tracked to meet contractual and operational objectives.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
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Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules using scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
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Input project data, activity durations, relationships, and milestones into the schedule.
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Support senior management in analyzing critical paths, float, and resource allocation.
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Monitor daily/weekly project progress and update schedules accordingly.
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Generate schedule reports, charts, and dashboards for internal and client review.
-
Help identify scheduling risks, delays, and opportunities for recovery.
-
Coordinate with project teams to gather progress updates and verify schedule accuracy.
-
Maintain schedule documentation and version control.
-
Assist in preparing look-ahead schedules and progress tracking tools.
-
Support in implementing schedule best practices and company standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 0–2 years of experience in scheduling, project controls, or related role.
- Basic knowledge of project management principles.
- Familiarity with scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar) is an asset.
- Strong MS Excel and reporting skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
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Primarily office-based role, with occasional site visits required. .
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Travel required across Ontario and potentially other regions.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.
About RailWorks Corporation
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada.
As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service.
What We Do:
- Rail Construction & Maintenance
- Signals & Communications
- Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division
- Maintenance of Way services
Our Customers:
- Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments
- Railroads of all sizes
- Passenger and commuter rail lines
- Private industries serviced by rail
Top Benefits
About the role
Benefits Offering
-
Company events
-
Health & Dental Benefits
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Employer RRSP match
-
Competitive Time Off Policy
Position Summary
The Junior Scheduler supports project management teams in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules for rail and civil construction projects. Working closely with project managers, engineers, and field supervisors, this role helps ensure that project timelines, resources, and milestones are effectively planned and tracked to meet contractual and operational objectives.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
-
Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules using scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
-
Input project data, activity durations, relationships, and milestones into the schedule.
-
Support senior management in analyzing critical paths, float, and resource allocation.
-
Monitor daily/weekly project progress and update schedules accordingly.
-
Generate schedule reports, charts, and dashboards for internal and client review.
-
Help identify scheduling risks, delays, and opportunities for recovery.
-
Coordinate with project teams to gather progress updates and verify schedule accuracy.
-
Maintain schedule documentation and version control.
-
Assist in preparing look-ahead schedules and progress tracking tools.
-
Support in implementing schedule best practices and company standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 0–2 years of experience in scheduling, project controls, or related role.
- Basic knowledge of project management principles.
- Familiarity with scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar) is an asset.
- Strong MS Excel and reporting skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
-
Primarily office-based role, with occasional site visits required. .
-
Travel required across Ontario and potentially other regions.
-
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times.
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.
About RailWorks Corporation
RailWorks builds and maintains rail transportation infrastructure that keeps people and goods moving across the United States and Canada.
As a company, RailWorks believes that great work comes from commitment – commitment to quality, commitment to consistency, commitment to safety. When we commit to better work, we’re not just doing well by our customers; we’re also protecting the people important to us and paying homage to a long history of world-class service.
What We Do:
- Rail Construction & Maintenance
- Signals & Communications
- Steel ties and turnouts via our NARSTCO division
- Maintenance of Way services
Our Customers:
- Transit authorities and transportation agencies/departments
- Railroads of all sizes
- Passenger and commuter rail lines
- Private industries serviced by rail