Planner & Scheduler - Level 2
Job Title: Planner & Scheduler - Level 2 Location: Hartford, CT (Hybrid or Remote
- MUST LIVE WITHIN A FEW HOURS TO ATTEND MEETINGS but will WORK REMOTELY)
Job Type and Duration: 3 month contract to hire Pay range: $35 - $45hr W2 Work Hours: 7am-4pm ET Work Days: Mon-Fri. Role and Scope of Position The Planner & Scheduler, Project Controls, supports Transmission Capital, Maintenance, and Distribution projects by developing, maintaining, analyzing, and reporting project schedules and associated cost data. The role works closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Controls teams to ensure accurate planning and efficient execution. Essential Functions 1. Project Planning & Scheduling 2. Develop and maintain detailed project schedules. 3. Analyze schedule performance and recommend corrective actions. 4. Ensure accuracy of logic, critical paths, resource loading, and milestones. 5. Project Controls & Reporting 6. Collect, interpret, and report schedule and cost data. 7. Prepare routine and adhoc reports, dashboards, and metrics. 8. Identify schedule risks and support mitigation planning. 9. Cross-Functional Collaboration 10. Coordinate with Project Managers to maintain accurate scope and resource data. 11. Partner with Controls and Contracts teams for resource alignment. 12. Facilitate communication across engineering, construction, and project controls. 13. Project Management Support 14. Apply project management methodologies to planning and execution. 15. Utilize project controls software for cost/schedule analysis. 16. Support strategies that improve performance outcomes. 17. Continuous Improvement 18. Recommend improvements to scheduling accuracy and efficiency. 19. Support enhancements to project controls processes and tools. Technical Knowledge, Skills, Education & Certifications Experience in project scheduling or controls, ideally in utilities or construction. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project. Understanding of resource planning and cost/schedule integration. Experience and Education: 3 to 6 years of experience. ESPO Corporation www.espocorp.com 630-789-2525 View all open jobs at www.espocorp.com/jobs Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965 ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job