Scheduler

Kforce has a client in Oakland, CA that is seeking a Scheduler. Responsibilities:

• Spend approximately 50-60% of time on project scheduling (detailed P6 development, updates, and reporting)
• Spend 40-50% supporting cross-functional project schedules, integrating updates across departments
• Prepare and present schedule analysis and forecasts to Directors, VPs, and project stakeholders
• Track Plan vs. Actual performance and Estimate to Completion (ETC) metrics
• Ensure consistent alignment between scheduling, cost control, and project delivery objectives
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules within the Capital Projects portfolio using Primavera P6 Enterprise
• Generate master integrated schedule reports from Enterprise P6 for monthly and quarterly reporting
• Provide schedule updates and reporting for Monthly and Quarterly Project Reviews
• Develop standardized procedures, templates, and quality control measures for schedule development and updates
• Support Project Managers with: Monthly reports and progress tracking (EVM metrics); Change tracking and re-baselining of project schedules; Risk reviews and lessons-learned sessions
• Assist with implementation and training of new standardized scheduling procedures and tools
• Review and provide comments on contractor schedules, ensuring alignment with project control standards
• Provide documentation of scheduling techniques, and develop new or improved tools as requested

• Monthly and quarterly project schedule updates, change logs, and variance reports
• Look-ahead schedules (one month back, one month forward)
• Updated schedule templates and process documentation
• Contractor schedule reviews and feedback reports
• Cross-functional schedule integration and coordination
• 3-5 years of experience in project scheduling within large capital, infrastructure, or engineering programs
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 Enterprise (required)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project
• Experience supporting Project Controls teams and reporting using EVM metrics
• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills- ability to present to Director and VP-level stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management abilities; Able to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Knowledge of cost control, financial analysis, and project forecasting
• Familiarity with EcoSys preferred
• Demonstrated patience and adaptability in a bureaucratic, process-driven environment