Senior Scheduler
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Chicago, IL, 60603
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Description
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
As a Senior Project Scheduler for Capital Projects, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for the development of detailed schedules for scopes of work associated with electric capital infrastructure projects. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, you will perform the following tasks:
- Implement project controls tools and methodology
- Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices
- Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required
- Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
- Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.
- Proactively manage schedule variances and have a questioning attitude with project deviations.
- Support month end closing and phase gate processes
- Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.
- Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports
- Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs
- Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making
- Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance
- Interface with cost analyst staff to develop time-phased cost forecasts
- There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings
Qualifications
Essential skills and experience:
- Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software
- Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
- 7+ years of project experience
- Post-secondary graduate
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
- Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.
- Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
- i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent
- ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
- iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training
- Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$95,840.00 - $147,870.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
Chicago's electric infrastructure projects have heightened demand for Senior Schedulers, especially those skilled in Primavera P6. The competition blends seasoned professionals and emerging talents, making continuous skills enhancement and certifications vital to stand out in this evolving urban market.
In Illinois, employers highly value credentials like AACE CST or PMI certifications for Senior Schedulers. These designations demonstrate mastery in project controls and scheduling, often giving candidates a competitive edge when applying for roles involving complex capital projects.
Proficiency in pivot tables, macros, and dynamic dashboards within Excel is crucial for Senior Schedulers. These skills enable detailed project tracking and insightful reporting, essential for managing intricate schedules and cost forecasts in capital infrastructure projects.
A Senior Scheduler's day extends beyond timeline management to include critical path analysis, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination. Their role demands proactive adjustments and comprehensive communication, ensuring project milestones align with client expectations and organizational standards.
Schedulers at Sargent & Lundy shape project success by delivering accurate timelines and timely updates. Their insights into schedule variances and contingency plans help teams anticipate challenges, optimize resource allocation, and maintain alignment with capital project objectives.
Beyond competitive pay, Sargent & Lundy provides award-winning health plans, generous PTO, and flexible hybrid work options. These perks foster work-life balance and well-being, enhancing a Senior Scheduler's ability to maintain focus and productivity on complex electric infrastructure projects.
Senior Schedulers in Chicago at Sargent & Lundy can expect compensation ranging from approximately $95,840 to $147,870 annually. This range reflects experience, certifications, and project complexity, supplemented by bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
Bridging engineering and construction requires balancing technical accuracy with practical timelines. Schedulers must navigate differing priorities, synchronize schedules, and communicate adjustments clearly to avoid project delays and cost overruns.
Hybrid work models are increasingly valued, allowing Senior Schedulers to focus on detailed planning remotely while fostering collaboration on-site. This balance supports productivity and adaptability within fast-paced capital project environments.
Experienced Senior Schedulers often progress into project controls management, program leadership, or specialized consulting roles. Their deep understanding of scheduling intricacies positions them well for strategic roles influencing large-scale infrastructure initiatives.