Project Scheduler @ Actalent

Job Title: Project Scheduler - FULLY REMOTEJob DescriptionThe Project Scheduler supports project teams by leading scheduling, coordination, reporting, and project controls for utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and electrical construction projects. This role maintains and updates project schedules, tracks milestones and critical path activities, identifies delays, and collaborates closely with engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, and field teams to keep complex renewable energy projects on track.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or comparable scheduling software for utility-scale solar, BESS, and electrical construction projects.
• Update project schedules regularly based on field reports, project progress, and feedback from project stakeholders.
• Track critical path activities, key milestones, and overall schedule performance to ensure projects remain on target.
• Identify potential schedule delays and assist in developing recovery plans and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate schedule updates and changes with Project Managers, Construction Managers, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to maintain alignment across teams.
• Prepare clear and timely weekly and monthly schedule reports and project status updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Track engineering deliverables, procurement activities, permitting timelines, equipment deliveries, and construction progress within the schedule.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and scheduling records to support project controls and reporting requirements.
• Assist with project meetings by preparing scheduling inputs, documenting action items, and following up on commitments.
• Support change management processes, including evaluating schedule impacts of changes and assisting with forecasting and project controls activities.
• Perform additional project management duties as assigned to support successful project execution.

Essential Skills

• 10-15 years of experience in construction, project management, scheduling, and/or project controls.
• Hands-on experience using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or comparable scheduling software.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to structure and manage detailed project schedules and documentation.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret schedule data, identify trends, and assess project performance.
• Clear and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present schedule updates.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment.
• Understanding of construction management and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) project delivery.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in construction, utility, solar, BESS, electrical, or EPC projects is preferred.
• Interest in or exposure to renewable energy and energy sustainability projects.
• Comfort working in a consulting or contractor capacity with the potential for direct hire after a contract period.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, and field teams on complex projects.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in Charlotte, NC and supports utility-scale solar, BESS, and electrical construction projects in the renewable energy and energy sustainability sector - working remotely. The position operates in a professional, project-driven environment that involves frequent coordination with engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, and field teams. The company is growing and offers a fully remote work option, providing flexibility in where you work while remaining closely connected to project stakeholders. The organization is open to strictly contractor or consultant arrangements, with the possibility of transitioning to a direct hire after the contract period. Work is largely technology-enabled, relying on tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office to manage schedules, reporting, and project controls.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/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 26, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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