Scheduler @ Actalent

Job Title: P6 Scheduler Utility-Scale Solar ProjectJob DescriptionThis role focuses on bringing an existing utility-scale solar project back on schedule by optimizing and managing the Primavera P6 schedule. You will work across two large solar sites north of College Station, TX, adjusting and maintaining project timelines, labor hours, equipment allocations, and quantities. You will collaborate closely with project leaders to reinforce adherence to the schedule and support effective project controls throughout the life of the project.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze the existing Primavera P6 schedule for two solar sites and identify variances, delays, and constraints.
• Update, adjust, and optimize the P6 schedule to reflect current project status, resource availability, and construction progress.
• Track and manage labor hours, equipment usage, and quantities to ensure alignment with the project schedule and targets.
• Coordinate with project leadership and field teams to communicate schedule expectations, milestones, and critical path activities.
• Reinforce adherence to the schedule with on-site leaders by clearly explaining impacts of delays and required corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain regular schedule reports and dashboards using Excel and other project controls tools.
• Support project controls by integrating schedule data with construction progress tracking and cost-related information where applicable.
• Monitor schedule performance and proactively recommend adjustments to keep the project on track through completion.
• Participate in project meetings to present schedule status, risks, and recovery plans in a clear and confident manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation of schedule changes, assumptions, and logic to ensure transparency and traceability.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience using Primavera P6 for construction or infrastructure project scheduling.
• Hands-on experience with project scheduling and project controls in a construction environment.
• Experience working on solar or renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including working with data for schedule and project controls reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly command the message and enforce adherence to the schedule.
• Ability to work within an existing P6 schedule, make adjustments, and drive schedule recovery on active projects.
• Comfort working with labor hours, equipment allocations, and quantities as key schedule inputs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in utility-scale solar or large renewable energy projects.
• Experience collaborating with field leaders, superintendents, and construction teams to align on schedule priorities.
• Familiarity with construction trailers or similar on-site project office environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify schedule risks and propose practical solutions.
• Ability to present schedule information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based on a large, utility-scale solar AC project with two sites north of College Station, TX. You will primarily work from a construction trailer on-site, collaborating closely with project and field teams in a dynamic construction environment. The role typically follows a 40-hour workweek, with the project expected to run through July 2027. The work setting involves regular use of Primavera P6 and Excel, as well as participation in on-site meetings and coordination activities. Standard construction site protocols apply, and attire should be appropriate for a professional office environment within a construction setting, with any required safety gear worn when visiting active work areas.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of College Station, TX.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in College Station,TX.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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