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Sr. Project Scheduler-New Power Generation Construction

NiSource Inc.
$96,600.00 - $144,900.00
United States, Indiana, Valparaiso
1055 Joliet Road (Show on map)
Mar 18, 2026
Senior Project Scheduler-New Power Generation Construction Job Summary The Senior Project Scheduler provides advanced integrated schedule management within the Project Controls organization. This role ensures that project management methodologies, processes, tools, and information systems are seamlessly aligned with the project schedule throughout the entire project life cycle. You will develop, maintain, and manage integrated project baselines, ensure alignment between scope-cost-schedule-risk, and apply predictive and riskdriven scheduling techniques to support informed project decisionmaking. As a subject matter expert, you will guide project teams in applying bestpractice scheduling, risk, and quality management to improve schedule accuracy, predictability, and performance. Key Responsibilities Integrated Schedule Management Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project schedules and baselines using industry standards (AACE, PMI, Construction Management Institute, etc.). Perform schedule initiation, progressive elaboration, status, assessment, and analysis throughout the project life cycle. Apply predictive, opportunitybased schedule management to identify optimum paths forward and increase schedule accuracy and precision. Integrate scope, resources, duration estimates, logic, risk data, and performance metrics to create highquality schedules. Risk, Quality, and Cost Integration Incorporate quantitative and qualitative risk management tools (e.g., EMV, sensitivity analysis) into schedule development and forecasting. Apply costofquality principles to schedule planning, monitoring, and control. Integrate cost and schedule forecasting to support timely corrective, preventive, and predictive actions. Contract & Commercial Management Support contract performance assessments, schedule compliance reviews, change management forecasting, and commercial impact evaluations. Provide recommendations to the Project Manager and Project Controls leadership based on contract and schedule analysis. Project Controls Leadership Lead and influence project stakeholders through effective communication, situational leadership, and stakeholder management. Serve as a subject matter expert for project managers, major project leaders, and other stakeholders regarding scheduling and integrated project planning. Ensure project planning and scheduling processes, standards, and job aids are applied consistently and effectively. Tool & System Integration Utilize Primavera P6 and other project management tools (estimating systems, resource databases, risk systems, dashboards, etc.) to support tailored project reporting. Produce standard and advanced schedule reports for project teams and stakeholders. Drive integration of people, processes, tools, and data to advance the probability of project success. Essential Functions Increase proficiency in schedule development, analysis, and integrated cost-schedule forecasting. Create and manage riskadjusted integrated project baselines. Tailor schedule management processes, tools, and techniques to project needs. Lead progressive schedule analysis to identify opportunities, avoid negative variances, and support predictive actions. Manage performance baselines and forecast schedule variances (SV) with a focus on opportunitybased planning. Provide continuous lifecycle schedule management using riskdriven forecasting. Generate comprehensive schedule reporting and participate in special project schedule reviews. Optimize lifecycle costing considerations within schedule planning. Promote integrated thinking to enhance objective project performance. Required Qualifications Candidates must meet one of the following paths: Path A: High School Diploma 4+ years experience working as a scheduler Path B: High School Diploma 6+ years construction or engineering experience, including 2+ years as a project scheduler Additional Required Skills Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and spreadsheet management Experience in large industrial capital project environments Strong understanding of scope-schedule-cost integration and risk-quality management Working knowledge of project management guidelines, standards, and processes Proficiency in risk and quality management tools and techniques Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to read, assess, and interpret complex project schedules Valid instate driver's license at time of hire As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations. Work Authorization Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Workplace Connection Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. ADA Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.comor 1-888-640-3320 Safety Statement Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. E-Verify NiSourceparticipates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below: E-Verify Poster(English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish Right to Work Poster(English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away *Salary Range:** $96,600.00 - $144,900.00 The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity. Posting Start Date:* 2026-03-18 Posting End Date (if applicable): 2026-03-25 Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.