Job Details

Project Scheduler – Heavy Fabrication & Industrial Operations

Location: Norfolk, VA (office-based with time in fabrication/industrial environments)

?? Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000

About the Opportunity

We're supporting a well-established heavy fabrication and industrial services organization operating within complex shipyard and industrial environments. Known for strong self-perform capabilities and long-term project delivery, the business continues to grow and is adding a Project Scheduler to support project management and production planning teams.

What You'll Do

• Develop, update, and manage detailed production schedules using MS Project and Primavera P6
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Project Managers to track weekly progress and milestones
• Monitor manpower, budget, productivity, and schedule performance across projects
• Resource-load schedules based on bid data, production plans, and capacity forecasts
• Create and maintain master schedules aligning operations, equipment, and facility usage
• Analyze schedule impacts, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare graphs, charts, and weekly schedule status reports for leadership
• Support estimators with bid schedules and assist with planning activities as needed

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in planning and scheduling fabrication or industrial projects
• Strong proficiency with MS Project and Primavera P6
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and production specifications
• Proven problem-solving skills in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities

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