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BMWC CONSTRUCTORS

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Munster, IN · On-site

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BMWC Constructors

Planner/Scheduler

Munster, IN · On-site

You will be part of a top-performing project services team and report to an expert Project Controls ... Maintain expert knowledge of Primavera P6 (V 15.1 or later), including activity coding, resource ...

BMWC CONSTRUCTORS

Planner/Scheduler

Munster, IN · On-site

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls planner scheduler primavera in the United States is $55.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.15 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectProject Controls Planner Scheduler PrimaveraCost Engineer
CertificationsPrimavera P6 Certification, PMP (optional)Certified Cost Professional (CCP), PMP (optional)
Work EnvironmentProject planning, scheduling, and control in construction and engineering projectsCost analysis, budgeting, and financial control in projects
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction, engineering, and infrastructure projectsUsed across construction, manufacturing, and engineering sectors

Project Controls Planner Scheduler Primavera focuses on scheduling, planning, and project control using Primavera P6 software, while Cost Engineers concentrate on cost estimation, budgeting, and financial management. Both roles are essential in project management but serve different functions within the project lifecycle.

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Project Controls Scheduler - Primavera P6

Morristown, NJ • On-site

Carian
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Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules in Oracle Primavera P6.

  • Support electric utility transmission, distribution, substation, and related infrastructure projects.

  • Track project progress and coordinate schedule updates with project teams and stakeholders.

Job description

Project Controls Scheduler - Primavera P6
Location: Akron, OH; Reading, PA; or Morristown, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 4+ years
About Us
CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution over
sight. Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on.
Position Overview
CARIAN is seeking a Project Controls Scheduler - Primavera P6 to support major electric utility transmission and distribution programs. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, analyzing, and reporting on detailed project schedules in Oracle Primavera P6.
The ideal candidate has strong project controls and scheduling experience, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to work closely with project managers, engineers, construction teams, contractors, and client stakeholders. This role requires strong attention to detail, schedule discipline, and the ability to support multiple active projects in a fast-paced utility program environment.
This role may be based in Akron, OH; Reading, PA; or Morristown, NJ, with occasional client site visits as needed.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules in Oracle Primavera P6.
  • Support electric utility transmission, distribution, substation, and related infrastructure projects.
  • Manage project schedules across various phases, including planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout.
  • Support multiple project managers concurrently across active utility projects.
  • Load, maintain, and validate schedule data, including activities, logic, milestones, durations, resources, and progress updates.
  • Perform schedule quality checks to confirm accuracy, logic integrity, and alignment with project requirements.
  • Analyze schedule performance, identify variances, and support development of corrective actions or recovery plans.
  • Track project progress and coordinate schedule updates with project managers, engineers, construction teams, contractors, and client stakeholders.
  • Support project controls reporting, including schedule status, milestone tracking, variance analysis, lookahead reports, and management dashboards.
  • Integrate and analyze scheduling data using Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools.
  • Support cost and schedule alignment by coordinating with project controls, finance, and project management teams.
  • Identify potential schedule risks and support mitigation planning.
  • Maintain organized project schedule files, logs, reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide scheduling updates, analysis, and recommendations as needed.
  • Support project closeout activities, including final schedule updates and documentation turnover.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field required.
  • 4+ years of experience in project controls, scheduling, construction management, or capital project delivery.
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle Primavera P6 required.
  • Experience supporting electric utility, transmission, distribution, substation, energy, infrastructure, or construction projects preferred.
  • Strong understanding of schedule development, activity sequencing, logic ties, critical path analysis, progress updates, and variance reporting.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and reporting.
  • Ability to analyze schedule data and communicate findings clearly to project teams and stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to support multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, construction teams, contractors, project controls staff, and client representatives.
  • Experience with cost tracking, forecasting, or project controls reporting is a plus.
  • Utility client or consulting experience is a plus.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Ability to perform occasional client site visits as needed.

Why CARIAN
  • Purpose-driven work - Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
  • Industry reputation - Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results
  • Career growth - Opportunities to support major grid modernization programs and expand technical leadership capabilities
  • Collaborative culture - Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
  • Competitive total rewards - Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work

Equal Employment Opportunity
CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a women-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $135,000 annually. This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits, retirement benefits, and a company 401(k) match.

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