As a Project Scheduler at The Hiring Group, your main responsibilities will include developing and maintaining detailed construction schedules, tracking project progress, adjusting timelines based on field conditions, and communicating any delays or conflicts. You will also assist in planning and coordination across various construction activities, ensuring seamless integration of all project phases.

To be considered for the Project Scheduler role at The Hiring Group, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience. Additionally, 5+ years of experience in construction scheduling or project coordination on large-scale projects is vital.

The Project Scheduler position at The Hiring Group is a full-time, contract role specifically for a project running from July through November 2025. This timeframe allows for focused involvement in the critical stages of the industrial construction project.

As a Project Scheduler at The Hiring Group, expect an engaging on-site work environment in Louisville, KY. This role involves close collaboration with project management and field personnel, providing an energetic atmosphere that thrives on teamwork and communication.

At The Hiring Group, we offer an impressive benefits package for our Project Scheduler role, including gold-level medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, a minimum of two weeks PTO plus holidays, and various training and development opportunities.

When answering this question, highlight your ability to assess project deadlines and main objectives. Share examples of how you've managed competing tasks in past projects, and discuss tools or methods you use for prioritization, such as Gantt charts or project management software.

Detail the specific scheduling software you've used, such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. Speak to how you effectively utilized these tools to create project timelines, track progress, and manage changes, showcasing your proficiency in project management.

Discuss your approach to transparency and proactive communication. Detail a situation where you successfully navigated a delay and how you communicated it to both team members and stakeholders, focusing on how you proposed mitigation strategies.

Explain your methods for involving team members in the scheduling process, such as regular updates and meetings. Emphasize the importance of collaboration and how you encourage feedback to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Share a specific example from your experience where you encountered a scheduling conflict and how you resolved it. Highlight your analytical skills and communication methods that helped in finding a resolution and maintaining project forward momentum.

Outline your approach to identifying root causes of delays, and the steps you take to assess and realign project timelines. Emphasize your skills in adapting and reallocating resources as necessary to keep the project on track.

Discuss the tracking methodologies and tools you employ, such as weekly progress reports or milestone tracking techniques. Provide an example of how you successfully monitored a project's advancement and adjusted plans accordingly.

Mention key performance indicators such as on-time completion rates, budget adherence, and resource allocation efficiency. Explain how you use these metrics to evaluate project performance and inform better scheduling practices in the future.

Describe your experience working with subcontractors and your methods for aligning their schedules with the overall project. This can include regular communication and pre-scheduling coordination meetings to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Utilize this opportunity to reflect on past experiences and articulate the complexities of balancing multiple tasks, stakeholder interests, and unexpected changes. Discuss your proactive measures and adaptability in overcoming these challenges.