Planner Scheduler
Skeena Gold + SilverSkeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our
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Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.
As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!
Job Title: Planner Scheduler
Reporting directly to Planning & Scheduling Lead, the Planner Scheduler is responsible for developing, critically evaluating, and maintaining detailed Level 4 and Level 5 schedules that feed into the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project. As the project advances through construction, commissioning, and into operations, the role will transition to supporting sustaining capital projects following mill startup.
Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To)
Schedule Planning, Development & Analysis
• Develop, update, and maintain detailed Level 4 and Level 5 schedules that integrate seamlessly into the overall Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Ensure schedules are properly resource-loaded where applicable; identify over- and under-resourcing and develop practical leveling plans to support constructability.
• Perform "what-if" scenario analyses to evaluate the impact of proposed changes on the overall project schedule and critical path.
• Monitor progress against the baseline schedule, proactively identify potential delays, and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with the project team.
• Review project drawings, execution plans, environmental plans, procurement timelines, and contracts to maintain a thorough understanding of project scope and interfaces.
Stakeholder Coordination & Project Integration
• Collaborate closely with Construction, Mining and Mill Operations, Engineering, and Project Controls teams to incorporate progress updates, forecasts, and change impacts into the IMS.
• Coordinate with third-party stakeholders, including suppliers, engineers, and contractors, to integrate their scopes into the IMS and support adherence to committed timelines.
• Work with project managers to support effective allocation of labour, materials, and equipment.
Reporting & Communication
• Prepare clear, actionable weekly and monthly schedule reports highlighting changes, float variances, risk areas, opportunities, and items requiring management attention.
• Present schedule status, critical path updates, and key changes to project leadership and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Track critical activities and keep management informed of emerging issues that could affect project delivery.
Additional Responsibilities
• All other duties as reasonably assigned
The Ideal Candidate
Education / Qualifications
• A diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field is desirable
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Experience / Skills
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Planner Scheduler role in mining, oil and gas or heavy civil environments.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Experience developing and maintaining Level 4/5 schedules on large-scale mining, heavy industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Solid understanding of project controls, including Earned Value Management, resource loading, and critical path analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex schedule information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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