Planner / Scheduler 2
Intermediate Project Controls Professional - Industrial Division
Code: 114 | 5-9 Years Experience | Primavera P6
Horizon Engineering & Project Management is looking for an experienced Planner / Scheduler to strengthen our Project Services team.
Who We Are
Horizon Engineering & Project Management is a leading provider of engineering, project management and construction management services to the industrial sector. We deliver complex projects across mining, power, ag, and heavy industrial markets - where precise planning and schedule control are critical to project success.
Our Project Services team is at the heart of how we deliver. We invest in our people, support professional development, and build long-term careers in a collaborative, performance-driven environment.
THOAR Mining provides a wide variety of services in the support and operation of mining, ranging from project management, supervision, underground construction, maintenance, and mining equipment operation.
Horizon Engineering and Project Management is a multidisciplinary consulting firm delivering practical, value-driven solutions to clients across the industrial, infrastructure, and resource sectors.
Together THOAR and Horizon offer engineering, technical, operational and project services support for industrial operations across western Canada by partnering with our clients, suppliers, partners, and contractors to deliver the right expertise and services to meet the specific project needs - nothing more, nothing less.
The Opportunity
As a Planner / Scheduler 2, you will independently develop, maintain and analyze project schedules for industrial construction and engineering projects. You will be the scheduling lead on assigned projects - responsible for CPM schedule development in Primavera P6, earned value tracking, variance reporting and look-ahead schedule preparation - working closely with the Project Manager and field supervision to keep projects on track.
This is an ideal role for a skilled intermediate scheduler who is ready to take full ownership of project schedule delivery, develop their earned value expertise, and begin mentoring junior team members - with a clear path to Planner / Scheduler 3.
Position Details
Project Services Manager or Project Manager
Primavera P6 | MS Project
Level 1-3 industrial construction & engineering
Support projects up to $25M
Branch office / project site as required
What You Will Do
Schedule Development & Maintenance
- Develop, baseline and maintain CPM project schedules in Primavera P6 or MS Project.
- Build and manage the project WBS in alignment with the cost coding and reporting system.
- Integrate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities into a fully logic-linked schedule.
- Resource-load schedules in accordance with the project estimate and execution plan.
- Maintain schedule through execution; incorporate approved changes and scope additions.
Progress Monitoring & Earned Value
- Collect field progress data weekly from site supervision and engineering; update schedules on time.
- Calculate earned value metrics: SPI, CPI, EAC, ETC and schedule variance.
- Analyze critical path and near-critical activities; identify variance root causes and escalate to PM.
- Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly schedule status reports, S-curves and trend charts.
- Develop 3-week and 6-week look-ahead schedules for field supervision.
Forecasting & Recovery Planning
- Develop completion date forecasts and schedule projections based on current performance trends.
- Identify schedule risks; recommend mitigation strategies and assist in recovery plan development.
- Track productivity metrics and earned value trends; provide actionable insights to the PM.
Change Management & Controls
- Incorporate approved change orders into the schedule baseline; maintain a change log.
- Assess schedule impact of proposed scope changes; produce time impact analyses for PM review.
- Coordinate with the cost controls function to maintain cost-schedule alignment.
Bid & Proposal Support
- Develop summary-level bid schedules and resource-loaded construction schedules for proposals.
- Review sub-contractor schedules for logic, completeness and conformance to project requirements.
- Assist in schedule risk analysis for tender and proposal submissions.
Reporting & Team Support
- Maintain schedule files, baseline registers and revision logs; archive records at project closeout.
- Provide guidance and direction to junior Planners / Schedulers on tools and best practices.
- Contribute to scheduling template development and project controls continuous improvement.
What You Bring
Education & Certification
- Technical diploma or degree in engineering, construction management or a related discipline.
- Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 - required; Primavera P6 certification considered an asset.
- PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) designation considered a strong asset.
- PMP designation or enrolment considered an asset.
Experience
- 5-9 years of project planning and scheduling experience on construction or engineering projects.
- Demonstrated experience independently developing and maintaining CPM schedules in Primavera P6.
- Proven experience with earned value management - SPI, CPI, EAC, ETC and schedule variance analysis.
- Experience on industrial, oil & gas, petrochemical, mining or infrastructure projects preferred.
- Exposure to integrated cost-schedule performance reporting considered an asset.
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced Primavera P6 skills: resource loading, baselining, global data, custom reports and layouts.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office - Excel (S-curves, pivot tables, variance tracking), Outlook, Teams.
- Deep understanding of CPM scheduling methodology, resource management and schedule logic.
- Clear and confident communicator - able to present schedule status to PMs, clients and leadership.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to schedule logic, data integrity and performance trending.
- Collaborative team player; able to coordinate effectively across engineering, field and project management.
- Organized and self-directed - able to manage multiple project schedules and competing deadlines.
Why Horizon
Impactful Work
Your schedules drive real decisions on complex industrial projects - your contribution directly shapes project outcomes.
Competitive Compensation
Market-leading rates, performance recognition and a comprehensive total rewards package.
Clear Career Path
A defined progression from Planner / Scheduler 2 to PS3 and Project Services Manager, with mentorship and support at every step.
Tools & Technology
Primavera P6, Power BI and industry-leading project controls tools - we invest in the resources you need to excel.
Safety Culture
An unwavering commitment to zero-incident culture - on every project, every day, without compromise.
Team Environment
Work alongside experienced project controls professionals in a collaborative, high-performance team that values your expertise.
How to Apply
Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your scheduling experience and P6 proficiency to:
[email protected] | Subject: Planner / Scheduler 2 - Industrial
We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
