Project Controls Scheduler 2

St. Louis, MO
Full Time
PD
Mid Level

Engineering excellence, built on people-first values.

At LUZCO, we’re more than an engineering firm — we’re a familia. We pair technical excellence with a culture rooted in respect, flexibility, and genuine care for one another. Here, you're known by name, supported as a whole person, and encouraged to bring your authentic self to work with competitive benefits, and the flexibility to support life both inside and outside of work.

We’re proud to be a 2025 and 2026 Best Place to Work in St. Louis and a woman-owned, minority-owned boutique firm, delivering impactful engineering solutions in a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to grow.
 


Why You’ll Love LUZCO 

  • Benefits that take care of you: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO; student loan repayment assistance; and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small. 

  • Flexibility that fits your life: We get that life doesn’t always stick to a schedule. You’ll work with your supervisor to create a schedule that’s flexible and works for both you and the team. 

  • Diversity that fuels innovation: Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s what drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems.  

  • Growth that feels personal: Whether you’re continuing your education, earning new certifications, or stepping into new challenges, we’re here to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. You’ll collaborate with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed.

  • A culture that gives back: We’re passionate about our communities. Every year, we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whether that’s mentoring students, serving local nonprofits, or getting hands-on in community projects. 

  • A workplace that feels like you: We keep things relaxed and welcoming. Expect weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code. It’s a space where you can be yourself and do your best work. 


The Role

At LUZCO, we believe great projects start with great planning. We are looking for a Project Controls Scheduler who is organized, analytical, and enjoys working with teams to keep projects on track. This role supports project planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting, and works closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the life of a project.

We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with schedules, data, and project teams, and is always looking for ways to improve processes and stay organized.


What Your Day Will Look Like:

  • Develop, update, and maintain cost-loaded CPM schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) using Primavera P6 for electric utility and capital projects
  • Support project managers, engineers, and project controls teams by providing schedule, cost, and performance insights
  • Prepare proposal-level schedules and cost estimates, including baseline schedules, resource plans, and cost assumptions
  • Monitor schedule performance, evaluate critical path impacts, and identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies
  • Analyze cost, schedule, and change order data to support forecasting, estimating, and change management
  • Prepare and validate Primavera P6 schedule and cost data for integration into Power BI dashboards and reporting tools
  • Prepare schedule reports, analytics, and summaries for leadership updates and stakeholder communications
  • Support project controls best practices and help improve tools, templates, and processes
  • Participate in project meetings and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support project planning and progress tracking
  • Support both utility and non-utility capital projects as needed within a consulting environment
  • Perform other related duties as needed to support project and team objectives


What You'll Bring to the Familia:

Essentials to Succeed:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related technical or analytical field
  • 3+ years of experience developing and maintaining CPM project schedules using Primavera P6 Professional, preferably in utility, construction, infrastructure, or capital project environments
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret schedule, cost, and performance data to support project decision-making
  • Working knowledge of CPM scheduling concepts and cost control principles, including scheduling, forecasting, and change management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with the ability to prepare clear analyses and reports
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and work with stakeholders in a consulting environment
  • ​​​​​​​Power BI literacy, including the ability to understand dashboards and prepare accurate schedule and cost data for reporting and analytics
What Will Make You Stand Out:
  • Experience supporting electric utility, transmission, distribution, substation, or other utility construction projects within capital project or infrastructure environments
  • Professional certifications such as PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or similar project controls certifications (such as AACE PSP)
  • Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project performance metrics used to evaluate schedule and cost performance
  • Familiarity with project controls practices in consulting, owner, or contractor-led capital project environments


​​​​​​​Ready to make an impact? 

We know you might not check every single box on the job description—and that’s totally fine. At LUZCO, we care about potential, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. If you’re passionate about joining a supportive and innovative team, we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia. 

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