Project Scheduler - PMO

Project Scheduler - PMO

Project Scheduler

Location: Cork, Dublin or Galway

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Project Delivery

Tetra Tech Ireland is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join our Project Management Office (PMO). This is an excellent opportunity to support the successful delivery of complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects across a range of business sectors.

Working closely with Project Managers, clients, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, you will lead the development, assurance and ongoing maintenance of integrated project schedules. You will establish schedule logic, coding structures, calendars, milestones and critical paths; coordinate progress updates and change control; test schedule quality; analyse float, constraints, interfaces and resource demand; and translate schedule data into clear forecasts and actionable insights.

You will have the opportunity to apply your expertise on some of the largest and most significant projects in Ireland.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

The Project Scheduler will provide day-to-day planning and scheduling support to Project Managers across a diverse portfolio of projects and programmes. The role will involve developing, coordinating and maintaining approved baseline schedules for multidisciplinary engineering design projects, including the preparation of cost- and resource-loaded schedules in line with project requirements and recognised industry best practice. The Project Scheduler will track and review project performance against approved baseline schedules throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction and handover, while integrating supplier, contractor and third-party schedules into the Master Project Programme where applicable.

Core Capabilities

• Proven understanding of project planning and scheduling methodologies and tools, as well as excellent working knowledge of current industry standards, evolving project controls / scheduling practices and recognised planning methodologies.
• Previous experience working as a Project Scheduler, Planner or Project Controls professional within an engineering design consultancy or with a contractor with specific experience in creating, tracking and reporting against approved baseline schedules.
• Demonstrated schedule management experience in supporting projects of varying size, complexity and duration across different market sectors.
• Experience in reviewing schedule performance, identifying trends and providing accurate and timely reports to Project Managers, clients and other stakeholders.
• Prepare Basis of Schedule reports outlining the development, assumptions, structure and key attributes of the project schedule.
• Identify schedule risks, delays and emerging issues and promptly highlight any required corrective actions and recovery interventions.
• Support the planning and maintenance of Schedule Risk Management Plans, and conduct quantitative schedule risk analysis, where appropriate.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment, regularly liaising with and driving inputs from internal stakeholders, clients, third-party consultants, contractors and other project participants to ensure schedules accurately reflect approved works and agreed changes.
• Analyse schedule performance and schedule data to identify trends and lessons learned, to contribute to improvements in project planning and delivery.
• Develop and deliver in-house project planning training and the facilitation of planning workshops when required.
• Strong planning, organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent spoken English, report-writing and interpersonal skills to manage and coordinate inputs to manage schedules.
• Experience working with Integrated Management Systems, including quality, risk and data security requirements.
• Ability to work proactively, manage complex scheduling issues, and deliver results within agreed timeframes.

Qualifications & Experience

Expected:

• Relevant degree or higher diploma in project management, civil engineering, project planning, project controls or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in project planning, scheduling, project controls and resource management.
• Advanced user knowledge of Primavera P6 and / or Microsoft Project or similar software.
• Experience working on engineering, infrastructure, construction or related projects in the UK and Ireland.

Desired:

• Experience in quantitative schedule risk analysis, including Monte Carlo analysis.
• Experience integrating contractor, supplier and third-party programmes into Master Project Programmes.
• Experience in project recovery planning, schedule optimisation, and resource levelling.

Working Environment

This is a permanent position based in Dublin, Cork, or Galway. The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative Project Management Office, supporting Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams across a range of business sectors and engineering projects.

Occasional engagement with project sites, clients, suppliers or contractors may be required depending on project requirements. Working arrangements, including office attendance, project-site requirements and any potential hybrid or flexible working options, will be agreed in line with business and project needs.

What We Offer

Access accredited training, career development, coaching and mentoring, with clear progression pathways and opportunities to work on major infrastructure and engineering projects. You will join an inclusive, flexible workplace that values diverse perspectives and employee wellbeing.

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.