Intermediate Project Scheduler

About us: 

Since 2011 Dokainish & Company has been providing world class professional consultancy services.    

We specialize in working diligently and collaboratively with our clients to achieve long-lasting and impactful results across numerous business functions. Our areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, Project Controls, Project Management, Quantitative Risk Analysis, Organizational Change Management, Enterprise Reporting, Estimating, Asset Management, and System Implementation for Capital Projects. We draw upon decades of project experience to deliver customized solutions to our clients’ most complex challenges. 

Position Overview 

Dokainish & Company is seeking an Intermediate Project Scheduler to support schedule development, maintenance, and performance monitoring across capital renewal projects within a national science and research facility renewal program. 

This role will work within a collaborative program team to support the delivery of reliable project schedules, progress tracking, and schedule reporting. The successful candidate will have solid scheduling experience using Primavera P6, strong attention to detail, and the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously in a structured program environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Schedule Development and Maintenance 

• Develop and maintain project schedules in Oracle Primavera P6 in accordance with program scheduling standards 

• Define and update activity logic, durations, milestones, and resource assignments 

• Maintain schedule baselines, calendars, and coding structures 

• Incorporate progress updates, revisions, and change order impacts into project schedules 

Progress Tracking and Analysis 

• Track project progress against approved schedule baselines 

• Assist with schedule variance analysis and identification of schedule risks and delays 

• Support look-ahead schedule development and short-interval planning 

• Review contractor progress submissions and schedule updates 

Reporting and Program Support 

• Prepare schedule reports, progress updates, and schedule summaries 

• Support the preparation of executive-level schedule dashboards and reporting packages 

• Maintain schedule documentation, logs, and audit trails 

• Support senior planners and program leadership as required 

Key Deliverables 

• Project schedules (Primavera P6) 

• Schedule updates and progress reports 

• Schedule variance and look-ahead reports 

• Schedule documentation and audit trail maintenance 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related discipline 

Certifications 

• Progress toward PSP (AACE) certification preferred 

• PMP certification or equivalent considered an asset 

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Federal Government Reliability Status security clearance 

Experience 

• 5-10 years of project scheduling experience in the construction or infrastructure sector 

• Experience supporting capital projects or multi-project environments 

• Experience with institutional, commercial, or infrastructure projects preferred 

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Federal Government Reliability Status security clearance 

Technical Competencies 

• Proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6 (scheduling, progress tracking, reporting) 

• Working knowledge of critical path method (CPM) and scheduling best practices 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project 

• Familiarity with project controls processes and reporting frameworks 

Professional Competencies 

• Strong organizational and analytical skills 

• Good written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a team environment 

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy 
  
  Note: This role description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required. 
  If you believe your skillset, drive, qualifications, and experience is a match, we welcome your application and can’t wait to hear from you.  We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Dokainish & Company. Please note only those candidates considered for an initial interview will be contacted. 
  Notes:
  VACANCY STATUS: This posting is for a new position.
  AI USAGE: This organization does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this particular open position. All applications are personally reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Team.
  
  Dokainish & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age and veteran status, or any other protected status required by applicable law.  In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Dokainish & Company AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.