Project Controls Scheduler - Power Generation / Heavy ...

Project Controls Scheduler - Power Generation / Heavy IndustrialKennesaw, GA (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days WFH)up to ~ $75/hr (~ $156k/yr) DOEDirect Hire or CTHJoin a highly respected engineering firm with deep roots in power generation and heavy industrial project delivery. From natural gas and oil-fired energy facilities to steam and power systems, pulp and paper, and chemical/pharmaceutical process plants"”this is your chance to support complex, impactful projects through precise scheduling and project controls expertise.We're hiring a Project Controls Scheduler to manage the engineering and construction schedules for large-scale industrial projects using Primavera P6, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across design, procurement, manufacturing, and construction.What You'll Do: Manage and update Primavera P6 project schedules across engineering and construction phasesCoordinate with design, supply chain, manufacturing, and construction teams to optimize timelinesLead weekly updates and monthly project schedule review meetingsSupport BI and productivity tracking to inform schedule durationsContribute to proposal and study schedule developmentPrepare earned value, manpower, and installation progress reportsPerform delay analysis and recovery planningUse Acumen Fuse, Power BI, and SQL for schedule analytics and reportingAssist in lessons learned and process improvement initiativesTravel to project sites as needed for schedule validation and team collaboration Required Qualifications: ~ 5+ years of experience in Project Controls or SchedulingProficient in Primavera P6Strong communicator and proactive collaboratorProven ability to meet deadlines on complex, multi-phase industrial projectsMust have heavy industrial construction project experience Preferred Skills: 4D scheduling experienceFamiliarity with InEight Estimating (formerly Hard Dollar)Experience with Acumen Fuse, Power BI, and SQLBachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management About the Company:Headquartered in the Atlanta area with origins in Chattanooga, TN, this engineering firm specializes in power generation and energy infrastructure projects across the Southeast and beyond. They also serve clients in the pulp and paper, chemical process, and pharmaceutical industries. Although the company offers construction planning, they subcontract actual construction work "”allowing their team to focus on engineering excellence and schedule integrity.This is a growth-minded, mid-sized firm that values technical precision, proactive communication, and steady career development. Ideal for professionals seeking stability, impact, and ownership"”not career job hoppers or late-career candidates.Compensation & Schedule: Salary: ~ $85K-$125K, depending on experience + Relocation Assistance if neededSchedule: Mon-Thurs, 7-5 or 8-6Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days WFHTravel: MinimalWork Attire: Business CasualOvertime: Possible, paid accordingly Hiring Process: Phone interviewIn-person interview How to Apply:Please send your resume ASAP!Feel free to also contact Mollie Karns directly at | 678-335-6114

Created: 2026-03-04