LPI PROJECT SCHEDULER

Summary of Position:

The Project Scheduler will create, maintain and analyze detailed project schedules that support the successful execution of natural gas power generation projects – from project development through construction and into commissioning. This role will support the planning and execution of capital projects including new power plant builds, plant expansions, repowers, and major equipment upgrades (e.g., reciprocating engines, fuel cells, turbines, control systems).

This role requires deep expertise in project scheduling tools and process that assist the project management teams in executing the installation, commissioning, and hand-over to operations for a variety of power plant technologies, as well as EPC contract management, and multidisciplinary project coordination.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline.

- 3–7 years of experience in project scheduling for large-scale power generation or energy infrastructure projects.

- Proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.

- Experience supporting EPC or owner-side scheduling for thermal power plants (natural gas or similar).

- Solid understanding of construction sequencing, commissioning logic, and utility interconnection timelines.

- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

- Ability to manage multiple schedules across concurrent projects or project phases.

Preferred:

- Experience with reciprocating engine, combined-cycle or simple-cycle natural gas power plants.

- Familiarity with gas reciprocating engine technologies (Bergen, CAT, Jenbacher, Solar, Wartsila), BOP systems, and commissioning processes.

- Exposure to permitting workflows (e.g., EPA, FERC, ISO/RTO interconnection).

- Knowledge of project controls systems (cost tracking, earned value, reporting tools).

- PMP, PMI-SP, or equivalent scheduling certification.

Indicators & Attributes for Success:

- Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask

- Problem-solving and decision making

- Proactivity and self-direction

- Interpersonal skills

- Strong relationship building skills

- Must be sensitive to Corporate needs, employee goodwill and the business needs

Primary Responsibilities:

- Develops and maintains integrated schedules for gas-fired generation projects, coordinating engineering, procurement, permitting, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.

- Collaborates with project managers, engineers, contractors, and OEMs to define work breakdown structures (WBS), sequencing, and durations for major project phases.

- Tracks progress against baseline schedules and reports on variances, risks, and recovery plans.

- Performs critical path and schedule impact analyses related to scope changes, permitting delays, or equipment lead times.

- Works closely with procurement and supply chain teams to integrate long-lead equipment (e.g., gas reciprocating engines, gas turbines, generators, switchgear and related systems) into the overall schedule.

- Supports construction scheduling for civil site work, foundations, balance of plant, piping, electrical, and I&C systems

- Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Working Conditions/Environment:

- Operates in a professional and/or business casual office environment.

- Routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, photocopiers/scanners, and smartphones.

Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Salary:

$125,000/YR - $165,000/YR

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Benefits:

At Liberty Energy, our total employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug (Rx)

- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)

- Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid

- Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid

- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match

- Parental Leave

- Flexible Paid Time Off

- And many other benefits not listed here