Sr. Project Scheduler
Tallgrass EnergyThe Senior Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules for midstream owner/operator capital projects throughout the project lifecycle. This role leads schedule update cycles, performs critical path and risk analysis, and develops recovery plans to support on-time project delivery. Essential duties and responsibilities: Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Develop and maintain integrated, logic-driven project schedules aligned with project scope, WBS, and execution strategy. Lead schedule status/update cycles by obtaining progress through meetings, field verification, and stakeholder coordination. Perform critical path and near-critical path analysis; identify schedule risks, constraints, and mitigation actions. Develop schedule recovery plans and what-if scenarios; evaluate impact to key milestones. Review contractor schedules for quality, logic integrity, progress credibility, and alignment to owner milestones. Integrate procurement and long-lead equipment/materials into the schedule and monitor impacts to execution sequencing. Support change management by evaluating schedule impacts and maintaining baseline/change documentation as required. Provide schedule reporting packages and narratives for project leadership and stakeholders. Ensure schedules comply with company standards and industry best practices (e.g., AACE/PMI concepts). Mentor schedulers and support continuous improvement of scheduling processes and templates. Maintain dependable attendance; work non-traditional hours as required to meet project deadlines. Prioritize safety and adhere to company safety policies and procedures. Complete other duties as assigned Minimum requirements : Education: Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline; or equivalent relevant experience. 8-12 years of Primavera P6 and or similar scheduling experience. Both Midstream and Downstream experience preferred. Experience with large projects, e.g. petrochemical and/or LNG. Must have extensive experience in Major Projects with a growth portfolio of USD 1 Billion. Knowledge and application of company business standards and good practices. Extreme attention to detail. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines. Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences. Ability to set priorities and juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to effectively discuss and correspond with engineering disciplines and/or contractors to ascertain and understand pertinent information concerning schedules, scopes of work, estimates and/or project costs. Coaching and mentoring skills and experience. Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent presentation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of efforts. Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all project controls deliverables. Experienced in scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of project controls work. Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks. Proficient in the use of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project scheduling software. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Experience/Specific Knowledge: Certifications, Licenses & Registrations: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel). Competencies, Skills & Abilities: Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work with superiors, peers and subordinates including supervision of independent land contractors. Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job. Must be abl…