Valdes Architecture & Engineering is seeking an experienced Master Scheduler to lead project planning, scheduling, forecasting, and schedule performance management for complex engineering and capital projects. This position develops and maintains integrated master schedules, identifies project risks, evaluates schedule performance, and partners with project leadership to implement proactive solutions. The ideal candidate brings advanced Primavera P6 expertise, a strong understanding of engineering and construction project lifecycles, and the ability to translate complex scheduling information into actionable project decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Master Scheduling & Project Planning
Lead development, implementation, and maintenance of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Primavera P6
Develop logic-driven schedules encompassing engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout as applicable
Establish and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), baselines, milestones, activity relationships, resources, and critical paths
Integrate schedules across engineering disciplines, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
Develop resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules and standardized scheduling templates and reporting practices
Schedule Analysis, Forecasting & Risk Management
Perform critical path, schedule variance, float, and schedule health analyses to identify delays and opportunities
Monitor progress against baselines and develop recovery, mitigation, and corrective action plans
Conduct qualitative and quantitative schedule risk assessments, sensitivity analysis, contingency evaluation, and scenario planning
Forecast milestones and completion dates and evaluate impacts of scope changes, resource constraints, and procurement delays
Project Controls & Performance Management
Integrate schedule performance with cost, resource, risk, and change management processes
Support Earned Value Management (EVM), including SPI, CPI, and variance reporting
Partner with project leadership to evaluate performance and recommend corrective actions
Review contractor and subcontractor schedules for accuracy, logic, and contractual alignment
Perform schedule impact assessments for change orders, delays, and contract adjustments
Maintain baseline and change-control documentation; prepare dashboards, milestone forecasts, and executive reports
Collaboration & Technical Leadership
Serve as scheduling subject matter expert to Project Managers, Engineering Leads, and leadership
Lead scheduling meetings and communicate performance, risks, and recommendations
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to validate sequencing, durations, dependencies, and resources
Mentor scheduling and project controls personnel and improve scheduling methodologies and reporting processes
Required Qualifications
Minimum 8–10 years of progressively responsible project scheduling experience supporting complex engineering, construction, or capital projects
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered
Advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6, including development, integration, maintenance, and analysis of complex schedules
Demonstrated ownership of Integrated Master Schedules and expertise in CPM scheduling, baselines, resource loading, forecasting, and variance analysis
Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines, contractors, and project stakeholders
Strong understanding of project controls, cost/schedule integration, risk, change management, and performance reporting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to independently assess risks, recommend corrective actions, and manage competing priorities
Valid driver's license
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications
Large industrial capital project experience in power generation, utilities, chemical processing, oil and gas, manufacturing, or infrastructure
Experience in engineering consulting, EPC, EPCM, or construction management environments
Experience across front-end planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning
Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulation, schedule risk analysis, and quantitative forecasting
Experience with EVM, cost-loaded schedules, and integrated project controls reporting
Experience with Deltek Acumen Fuse, Primavera Risk Analysis, or similar schedule quality tools
Knowledge of delay analysis, time impact analysis, contract scheduling, and change orders
AACE PSP, PMI-SP, PMP, or comparable professional certification
Experience mentoring schedulers or establishing scheduling standards
What You’ll Bring to Valdes
A proactive approach that anticipates challenges and improves project outcomes
Technical scheduling expertise paired with practical business judgment
Confidence working with engineers, Project Managers, clients, and leadership
Commitment to schedule accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement