Project Scheduler

JOB SUMMARY

Manage the project schedules for hydro turbine projects using Microsoft Project. This includes building and maintaining baseline schedules, identifying critical tasks and the critical path, planning resources and loading the shop, tracking progress against plan, and giving the Production Manager and Project Manager early warning of delays and risks. Works closely with Engineering, Production, Procurement and the Management Team.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Develop and maintain project schedules in MS Project
• Build the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), tasks, dependencies and milestones for each hydro turbine project
• Store and manage all project files on SharePoint, with controlled versions and access
• Maintain schedule baselines
• Set the baseline when a project is awarded and re-baseline only through approved changes
• Track schedule variance against baseline and document the cause of each change
• Identify critical tasks and manage the critical path
• Perform critical path and schedule impact analysis, including long-lead items such as castings, forgings and specialty steel
• Build look-ahead schedules and recovery plans when delivery dates are at risk
• Plan and load resources
• Allocate labour, machines and work centres by project priority and capacity
• Identify overallocation and resource conflicts; recommend leveling options such as re-sequencing, overtime or subcontracting
• Work with the Production Manager on shop loading across multiple projects
• Track progress and report
• Confirm task status, remaining durations and completion dates with Production, Engineering and Procurement
• Prepare weekly schedule updates, Gantt charts and progress reports for the Production Manager, Project Manager and Management
• Give early warning of scheduling risks, resource shortages and potential delays
• Work with the Project Manager
• Ensure schedules reflect contract deliverables, milestones and delivery commitments
• Support the transition of awarded proposals into project schedules
• Improve scheduling processes, templates and records; participate in External Audit
• Special projects as assigned

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Project, including baselines, constraints, resource leveling and tracking
• Strong knowledge of WBS, task sequencing, dependencies and critical path methodology
• Able to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to read drawings, routings and BOM
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Able to identify scheduling risks, resource conflicts and capacity constraints, and propose practical solutions
• Strong communication, coordination and follow-up skills; able to work with cross-functional teams
• Proactive, accountable and results-oriented; productive within a team environment
• Must possess a valid G driver’s license
• Bilingual, English/French (Asset)

REQUIRED WORKING KNOWLEDGE

• Norcan’s current programs and services, proprietary systems, Company policies and goals
• Operating systems: Windows
• Products: Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, SharePoint
• Manufacturing processes for large rotating equipment: machining, fabrication, welding, assembly and testing
• Knowledge of rotating equipment / Hydro Industry
• ISO Standards as they apply to Design and Manufacturing
• Shop and Worksite Safety
• Asset: Primavera P6, Power BI, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PDM

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3-5 years relevant experience in project scheduling, production planning or project coordination in manufacturing, fabrication, engineering or industrial projects
• Any previous experience in items listed as “Working Knowledge” is an asset

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Diploma or degree in Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing or a related field, or equivalent experience

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ASSOCIATED HAZARDS

• Working at a computer for extended periods of time
• Regular shop floor visits to review progress (PPE required)
• Occasional travel to manufacturing vendors or Hydroelectric stations (PPE and Confined Space Entry/Working at Heights required)

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary in line with industry standards, based on experience
• RRSP Pension Plan
• Health Insurance

HOW TO APPLY

https://norcanhydro.com/career/