Engineering Project Planner/Scheduler

Engineering Project Planner/Scheduler

St. Louis, MO 63103

Posted: 08/14/2025

Job Category: Industrial

Job Number: KG359189814

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Project Planner/Scheduler - Part Time

Pay Rate: $96/hour

Location: St. Louis, MO 63103

Type: Part-Time (50% workload, flexible schedule)

Duration: Ongoing - Hours may be higher during onboarding

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Project Planner/Scheduler - Part Time to support large-scale capital investment (CAPEX) projects in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex project schedules from initiation through handover, with a proven track record on projects ranging from $50 million to $500 million, and preferably experience on mega-projects exceeding $1 billion.

This role is part-time (approximately 50% allocation) with flexibility to arrange working hours with the Project Manager. It will require one site visit per month to St. Louis, MO, with the remainder performed remotely.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated master schedules and detailed sub-schedules (Initiation, Design, Procurement, Construction).

Implement and maintain progress measurement systems, including progress S-curves.

Perform schedule risk analysis using Monte Carlo Simulation.

Conduct regular schedule quality assessments and ensure accuracy of timelines.

Analyze resource allocations, identify shortages or overallocations, and coordinate adjustments with project teams.

Prepare and distribute schedule updates with narratives, including critical path analysis, progress vs. planned, and identified schedule risks.

Recommend and support mitigation and recovery plans when schedule deviations occur.

Develop and maintain schedule management plans and basis of schedule documentation.

Track and assess schedule impacts from approved and potential changes, including EOT claims.

Lead or support planning workshops with stakeholders and contractors.

Incorporate contractor and internal milestones into overall project schedules.

Monitor and adjust schedules based on actual progress, evolving priorities, and approved changes.

Track procurement milestones and supply chain timelines, flagging risks and recommending actions.

Provide schedule inputs for monthly reports, governance packs, and status updates.

Conduct site walkdowns to review progress as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

Experience: Minimum 5 years (10 years preferred) in planning/scheduling for CAPEX projects across relevant sectors.

Project Types: Life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotech, or advanced manufacturing.

Technical Expertise: Oracle Primavera and MS Project.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Travel: Ability to visit St. Louis site once per month.

Preferred:

Certification: PSP (AACE) or PMI-SP.

Experience supporting mega-projects ($1B+).

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in cross-functional teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Sirius Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law.

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