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Scheduler 1

BC Hydro4 days ago
Hybrid
Burnaby, BC
CA$78,000 - CA$84,100/annual
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package
15 paid vacation days
Lifetime pension

About the role

A workplace powered by you

At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need

people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,

inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,

and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers

and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a

person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to

help support you in your application process.

Scheduler 1

Number of positions: 3 Job Location: Edmonds 15

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 78,000.00 - 84,100.00

What you'll do

  • Creates and maintains resource-loaded schedules in accordance with Schedule Management procedures (including

Schedule Basis) for interrelated work packages for assigned capital and OMA projects managed by Project Delivery using

information provided by Work Package Managers (WPM)/Project Managers (PM) by first meeting with the WPM/PM to

discuss, shape and record work package information such as activities, resources and relationships in terms and detail

sufficient to satisfy the requirements and parameters of the resource-loaded cost scheduling tools and Project Management

practices, Scheduling procedures and guidelines. Follows established business processes and reference tools. Guides the

PM and WPM in understanding scheduling-related terminology, definitions, sequencing, dependencies and appropriate

level of detail and resources. Ensures PM and WPM considers and endorses the optimum number of activities and most

appropriate levels of detail.

  • Working within the resource-loaded cost scheduling tools decomposes work packages to detailed network activities with

start and end dates and other scheduling data as established with Work Package Manager. Loads network activities with all

labour, materials and equipment costs. Synchronizes details with the financial system (SAP). Investigates issues and fixes

the problem in Primavera if synchronization is not successful. Monitors and highlights changes to schedule and brings

recommendations to the WPM and PM to ensure milestone and scorecard targets are met. Creates performance

measurement baseline and ensures it matches the Statement of Objective (SOO) and Expenditure Authorization Request

(EAR). Ensures the schedule meets the QA standards according to the PPM practices by reviewing against the QA layouts

in P6. Flags exceptions for consideration by the Scheduling Team Lead during QC review.

  • Assigns appropriate work centre(s) for each activity identified through discussion with WPM; reviews and ensures the

assignment is appropriate and reasonable; if not, identifies issues and makes recommendations to PM/WPM and adjusts as

appropriate.

  • Performs monthly activity progressions against performance measurements, such as those related to cost, schedule and

earned value. Investigates instances where performance appears to be off-track, and ensures any identified errors in

processing, record-keeping or systems are addressed and that corrections and adjustments are made in Primavera, SAP

and other project records in order to accurately reflect project status. Discusses areas of concern with WPM and involves

PM and/or Scheduling Team Lead in the discussion of issues such as significant scheduling changes as the incumbent

deems appropriate. Adjusts schedules respecting cost over-runs, project deviations and delays as a result of WPM’s input

and with approval of PM. Synchronizes details with SAP.

  • Uses cost and schedule variance reports to identify variances against various baselines. Discusses with WPM and PM to

determine if change notices are required.

  • Meets on-going informational needs of WPM/PM by generating reports and summaries from the resource-loaded cost

scheduling tools and providing background information necessary for WPM/PM to address outstanding issues and areas of

concern. Also reviews and confirms project invoices prior to managerial sign-off.

  • Provides information in response to ad hoc requests for information from the project team and other internal departments.

Files and retrieves schedule-related documents in accordance with PPM practices for project document management.

  • Provides technical advice and guidance to users regarding the operation and functionality of the resource-loaded cost

scheduling tools. May participate as a user representative in the development, testing and implementation of upgrades that

impact schedule practices.

  • Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

  • Degree in a related field such as Business, Engineering, Science; plus four (4) years of related project delivery experience

in a similar environment where two (2) years of scheduling experience has been gained; OR

  • Diploma of Technology in a related field such as Business, Engineering, Science; plus five (5) years of related project

delivery experience in a similar environment where two (2) years of scheduling experience has been gained.

  • A professional designation in project management or scheduling (such as PMP, PMI-SP or AACE PSP) considered an

asset.

What we offer

  • A comprehensive benefits package

  • A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

  • A lifetime pension

  • Flexible work model, depending on your role type

  • Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V3N 4X8

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Date Posted: 2025-09-12 Closing Date: 2025-09-26

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It’s our vision is to be the most trusted, innovative utility company in North America by being smart about power in all we do.

As an employer, we aim to provide meaningful and challenging work, opportunities for growth and a healthy work/life balance. We’ve been recognized for excellence and been named one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for four years in a row.

Interested in joining our team? Visit bchydro.com/careers to see current career and apprenticeship opportunities.