• Scheduler

    Actalent (Duluth, MN)


    Job Title: Scheduler

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Project Scheduler to support energy projects by managing and analyzing project schedules. The role involves establishing baseline schedules, integrating contractor schedules, and leading a scheduling team to ensure successful project execution.

    Responsibilities

    + Establish baseline schedules, including durations, critical path, logic, resources, costs, cost curves, and resource histograms.

    + Update and analyze detailed execution schedules for major programs.

    + Review and integrate contractor schedules into the program master schedule on a monthly basis.

    + Act as the lead to manage the scheduling team for the project.

    + Organize and chair monthly schedule review meetings with the client team.

    + Chair bi-weekly schedule update calls with discipline leads.

    + Develop and update project progress monthly.

    + Review subcontractor schedules and monitor their performance.

    + Perform Earned Value analysis reports.

    + Manage schedule changes and perform time impact analyses to determine the extent of potential delays.

    + Provide recommendations for schedule recovery and resolve scope changes or delays.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in Primavera P6.

    + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

    + 7+ years of experience in developing and managing project schedules.

    + Experience in the civil infrastructure or energy/transmission distribution market.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience supporting large mega projects.

    + Knowledge of critical path method analysis/technique with Primavera.

    + Project financial forecasting skills.

    + Experience with Change Order and Extension of Time analysis.

    + Experience working with cross-functional teams and within large client programs.

    + Effective reporting and communication skills.

    + Experience in preparing project reports and documentation.

    + Experience in building construction or project management.

    + Construction/transmission experience is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The role offers flexibility with options for hybrid or remote work. Preferred candidates are local to Duluth, with Minneapolis/Minnesota being the next preference, requiring monthly visits to Duluth. The third preference is for candidates from the Midwest working remotely. The position involves working with the enterprise T&D group on mega projects related to transmission construction valued at $50M+.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Duluth, Minnesota.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $69.00/hr.

     

    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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Duluth,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.