Project Scheduler - any FE location

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [FEU].

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Project Scheduler to join our Project Management Project Controls team within the Construction and Design Services organization. This role is ideal for professionals with a solid foundation in project scheduling who are ready to take on more complex projects and contribute independently to project success.

As a Mid-Level Scheduler, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6, collaborating with project teams, and supporting the delivery of high-quality scheduling services. You will also provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities include:

* Data Entry and Maintenance: Inputting project data into the Primavera P6 system, including project activities, durations, resources, and relationships between tasks. You will also be responsible for regularly updating and maintaining the schedule as the project progresses.

* Schedule Monitoring: Assisting in monitoring project progress by comparing actual work completed to the planned schedule. Identifying discrepancies and helping to develop corrective action plans.

* Generating Reports: Supporting and producing regular schedule reports and schedule updates for project managers. This may involve extracting data from P6 and presenting it in a clear and concise manner.

* Resource Management: Assisting in managing project resources by ensuring they are properly assigned to activities and responsible groups are identified accurately.

* Risk Assessment: Supporting the identification and analysis of potential schedule risks and assisting in developing mitigation strategies.

* Collaboration: Working with the project team to collect information, verify progress, and ensure that the schedule reflects the most up-to-date status of the project.

* Training and Learning: Continuously learning and improving your knowledge of Primavera P6, project scheduling best practices, and project management processes and practices.

* Adherence to Standards: Following established scheduling procedures, company guidelines, and industry best practices to maintain data integrity and consistency.

Qualifications Include:

* Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction management, business administration or related degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience. Relevant work may include project scheduling, planning, or project management.

* Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in project scheduling, planning, or project management. Relevant experience includes hands-on experience in developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules using tools like Primavera P6, ideally within construction or engineering environments, with demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate across project teams.

* Professional certifications related to project management and scheduling is a

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