Lead Project Scheduler

We are looking for Lead Project Schedulers to support our client, a major U.S. utility to help in delivering schedules for some of the largest and most complex capital projects in the electric sector. In this Scheduler role, you will contribute to maintaining the integrity and performance of project schedules across a multibillion‑dollar capital portfolio. You will collaborate closely with project directors, project managers, engineers, and project controls teams to develop, update, and monitor detailed schedules, forecasts, and progress metrics.

Your work strengthens visibility, coordination, and on‑time delivery for a portfolio of 10–20 major electric infrastructure projects valued between $8–$10 billion.

• Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules across a portfolio of transmission line, distribution line and substation projects using predefined templates (from initiation through closeout) aligned to scope, WBS, milestones, and regulatory/contract constraints; establish baseline and coding standards across the portfolio.
• Perform routine project updates (weekly/biweekly/monthly), run CPM calculations, and conduct critical path, float, variance, and trend analyses; produce look‑ahead reports, and milestone tracking.
• Track schedule performance with earned value metrics (SPI/CPI) and contribute to recovery plans when milestones are at risk; publish portfolio and project control reports for leadership and clients.
• Identify schedule risks, run what‑if scenarios and propose mitigations; support change management processes and schedule QA/QC checks.
• Lead/participate in weekly schedule review meetings with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders; communicate conflicts and recommend actions clearly and promptly.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to embed Project Controls processes into Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and contracts, ensuring alignment of scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting requirements from the outset.
• Review and assess bidders’ proposals for adherence to Project Controls criteria—such as WBS/CBS alignment, schedule baselines, and change management protocols—and make recommendations based on compliance.
• Serve as the Project Controls liaison during contract award and execution phases, verifying that awarded contractors implement agreed Project Controls processes (schedule updates, EVM metrics, delay logs) and escape any deviations for corrective action.

• Bachelor's degree required, Masters degree preferred.
• 5+ years of work experience in Project Controls, Project Management, or Scheduling required.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel‑VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM), float analysis, and schedule risk analysis.
• Demonstrated experience working with contracts/RFP’s a plus.
• Experience specifically with large‑scale capital projects (utility, construction, or infrastructure) is highly valued.
• Procore experience a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

This role is designated as remote in the New England region, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while staying actively connected to your team and projects. We value collaboration and responsiveness, so we ask our remote team members to be available when in‑office presence is needed—such as for client meetings, team events, or training sessions. Our approach blends freedom with shared accountability, making ENTRUST an exciting and supportive environment for professionals who thrive in remote work settings with clear, respectful expectations.

• Generous paid time off and benefits.
• 401(k) retirement program with a company match.
• Career development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedule.

• This position pays between $130,000 and $175,000 annually and is an exempt position.
• Benefits offered include company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA…