Project Scheduler

Are you passionate about Master Scheduling and Critical Path Analysis in a dynamic and innovative environment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where managing the schedule is paramount to project success? Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If so, Smith and Long is looking for YOU to join our team as our next organized and methodical Project Scheduler

This is a fantastic opportunity to drive schedule-driven accountability with one of the fastest-growing, multi-trade service companies in the construction industry. We need someone who is already a P6 expert—this is your chance to use your mastery to grow, lead, and make a significant impact in a fun, fast-paced, and challenging environment.

Who are we?

OUR COMPANY:

Recognized as a 2025 winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies program — sponsored by Deloitte Private, CIBC, EDC, The Globe and Mail, and TMX Group — Smith and Long is the fastest growing, large scale, multi trade company in the Canadian Market. We are uniquely positioned in the traditional fields of Electrical, Mechanical, and Engineering with an internal culture much like a software start-up company.

As a Project Scheduler at Smith and Long, you will be at the forefront of providing the schedule intelligence necessary for overseeing and managing projects that push the boundaries of what's possible.

Note: This position is considered an Intermediate to Senior level role requiring expertise in Primavera P6. It will be based out of our Head Office locaed at 115 Idema Road office in Markham Ontario. As you deliver results, there will be ample opportunities for advancement and growth, leveraging your expertise to advance your career within the company.

As our Project Scheduler, here is what you'll be executing (The Top 8 Deliverables):

The ideal candidate will demonstrate verifiable mastery and ownership over the following key responsibilities:

• P6 Schedule Architecture: Design, continuously update, and rigorously maintain all detailed project schedules in Primavera P6 (P6). Ensure strict compliance with established internal standards and industry protocols.
• Baseline Integrity and Control: Expertly establish and diligently preserve all project baselines. Utilize these benchmarks consistently for precise performance measurement against the original plan.
• Performance Monitoring & Critical Path: Proactively monitor and chart schedule progression relative to baselines. Conduct detailed analysis to pinpoint variances, delays, and the resulting consequential impacts on the critical path.
• KPI Reporting and Insight Delivery: Generate and articulate executive-ready schedule performance indicators (e.g., SPI, float usage) and actionable insights for Project Management and Senior Leadership.
• Collaborative Risk Forecasting: Partner closely with Project Managers to continuously evaluate project timeline health, and preemptively identify potential bottlenecks or developing problem areas before they escalate.
• Leadership Communication: Produce clear, precise, and strategic periodic and recurring schedule status reports tailored for high-level review by the leadership team.
• Change Governance Support: Provide timely and robust procedural support to Project Managers to ensure a cohesive and effective process is followed for managing all scope and schedule changes.
• PMO Best Practice Advocacy: Serve as a resident subject matter expert. Offer structured guidance, knowledge transfer, and training on optimal scheduling standards and enterprise-level best practices within Primavera P6.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Education: An Engineering Technologist Diploma or related field, or a Degree in Engineering. Considerable direct experience in the role may be acceptable in lieu of formal education.
• Experience & Software Mastery: 3-5 years of direct, high-level experience in a project-based environment, demonstrating expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 or an equivalent scheduling system.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail in managing work and presenting complex information, ensuring deadlines and standards are consistently met.
• Social and Communication Proficiency: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills for effective communication with internal contacts, external partners, and senior leadership.
• Project Management Acumen: The ability to learn, understand, and apply the wider principles of Project Management (Scope, Cost, Time) to your scheduling duties.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for security clearance as applicable.

What We Bring to the Table:

• Growth Opportunities: Join a forward-thinking team with ample opportunities for career development. We provide a clear path for you to grow your expertise and advance your role.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a full benefits package including health, dental, and group retirement plan.
• Innovation-Driven Culture: Be part of a dynamic company that encourages innovation and creativity, where your ideas are valued and can shape the future of project delivery.

We thank you for taking the time to apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Markham, ON L3R 1A9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Primavera P6: 3 years (required)
• Project Based: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person