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High School Diploma required * 15+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling for large capital projects. * Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (required). * Strong understanding of ...

Assign work orders needing planning and material to planning backlog * Assure work order has approval and authority * Prepare weekly schedule facilitate weekly scheduling meeting * Prepare daily ...

Planner & Scheduler

Hartford, CT · Remote

$35 - $45/hr

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Identify schedule risks and support mitigation planning to optimize project timelines and budgets. * Coordinate with Project Managers to maintain accurate scope and resource data, ensuring alignment ...

The Planner/Scheduler is responsible for daily facilities services work management and ... Develops daily dispatch and efficient work planning tools for the facilities services team.

Planner Scheduler

Lawrence, PA · On-site

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This position is responsible for short-range planning and scheduling operational processes, analyzing results, and supporting the implementation of process improvements with an eye on maximizing ...

Experience with takt planning is desired. * Experience with construction planner/scheduling is required. Physical Requirements * The work is semi-sedentary work and requires the ability to lift up to ...

Planner Scheduler

Greeley, CO · On-site

$35 - $37/hr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provides engineering design, planning, and project schedules for various types of projects related to asset retirement activities in the DJ Basin, including P&A's, Wellbore Integrity / Mitigation ...

... and planning based on portfolio of planned/scheduled projects. * Monitor forecast and actual ... project spending as a means of improving the scheduling process. * Evaluate project schedule ...

Provide project planning input into proposals and bids. * Communicate proactively with project team ... P6 scheduling software experience * Intermediate level skill in MS Word and MS Excel. * 8+ years ...

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How much do planning scheduler jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for planning scheduler in the United States is $25.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a planning scheduler?

Planning Schedulers are professionals responsible for creating, managing, and coordinating project schedules to ensure that tasks and resources are efficiently allocated. They analyze project timelines, monitor progress, and adjust schedules as needed to meet deadlines and optimize productivity. Planning Schedulers often work in industries like construction, manufacturing, and engineering, collaborating with project managers and other stakeholders to identify potential delays and develop solutions. Their work is crucial for keeping projects on track and within budget.

What are some common challenges faced by planning schedulers and how can they be effectively managed?

Planning Schedulers often encounter challenges such as balancing shifting project priorities, managing last-minute changes, and coordinating schedules across multiple teams or departments. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to quickly adapt to changes and minimize disruptions. Utilizing specialized scheduling software and regularly updating project timelines can help maintain accuracy and ensure all stakeholders are aligned. Building strong relationships with team members also makes it easier to address conflicts and keep projects on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a planning scheduler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Planning Scheduler, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in project management—often supported by relevant education or certifications. Familiarity with scheduling software like Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or ERP systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving ability, and adaptability help you coordinate with cross-functional teams and manage shifting project priorities. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring efficient workflow, meeting deadlines, and minimizing project delays.
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Infographic showing various Planning Scheduler job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,874 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Planner / Scheduler

Evonik Corporation

Lafayette, IN • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

What we offer
Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.
Acts as the owner‑representative Project Planner / Scheduler for capital projects, responsible for the development, integrity, and predictability of the project schedule across all phases of execution.
The Planner / Scheduler understands cost, estimating, and earned value concepts, but is wholly focused on schedule development, logic quality, progress measurement, forecasting, and critical‑path protection. This role ensures the project leadership team has a credible, integrated, and decision‑ready schedule that reflects real execution conditions.
Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:
https ://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop and maintain integrated project schedules across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning phases.
  • Create and manage schedule logic, constraints, milestones, and interface relationships.
  • Integrate contractor, EPC, EPCM, long-lead procurement, and execution package schedules into a master project schedule.
  • Maintain schedule quality through validation of logic, float paths, durations, constraints, and schedule integrity.
  • Manage schedule baselines and ensure traceability of approved scope and schedule changes.
  • Identify and monitor critical and near-critical paths, providing schedule forecasts and impact assessments.
  • Perform schedule recovery, mitigation, and what-if analyses to support project decision-making.
  • Establish and oversee progress measurement processes, validating progress updates and schedule accuracy.
  • Coordinate with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and contractor teams to ensure schedule alignment.
  • Prepare schedule reports, dashboards, milestone forecasts, and critical path analyses to support project reviews and governance.

REQUIREMENTS
  • High School Diploma required
  • 15+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling for large capital projects.
  • Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (required).
  • Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) project lifecycles.
  • Demonstrated expertise in construction sequencing and schedule development methodologies.
  • Knowledge of engineering deliverables, design maturity, and long-lead procurement planning.
  • Experience integrating and managing contractor, EPC, and EPCM schedules within a master schedule.
  • Proven ability to perform schedule forecasting, critical path analysis, and recovery planning.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to challenge assumptions, validate project inputs, and maintain schedule integrity while fostering collaborative relationships.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal . Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html .
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Brittney Compton [C], Quin Kelly [C]
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