Project Scheduler

Headcount Solutions has been a leader in providing resourcing solutions in Project Management, Engineering, and Life Sciences sectors both in Ireland and internationally for over 20 years.

As a trusted provider of top engineering talent, we manage several client agreements under managed services, while also being a preferred supplier for resourcing needs across a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors, covering both contract and permanent roles.

We understand that people are your organization's most valuable asset. Our approach is centered on building strong, personalized relationships, drawing on our extensive experience to deliver the best talent to our clients.

Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Engineering Project Scheduler to join a dynamic capital projects teams within this leading pharmaceutical client. This role is crucial for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and capital projects within a GMP-regulated environment. The ideal candidate will bring 7–8 years of relevant experience and demonstrate advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using MS Project, ensuring alignment with project scope, deliverables, and milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to gather accurate data for schedule updates.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify schedule risks and delays, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Perform critical path analysis and resource leveling to optimize project execution.
• Produce regular schedule reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Support integrated master scheduling and portfolio management activities across multiple concurrent projects.
• Ensure schedules are aligned with regulatory compliance timelines, including validation, quality, and GMP readiness.
• Assist in change management by assessing schedule impacts of scope changes or unforeseen events.
• Participate in project meetings and lead schedule review sessions with cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 7–8 years of experience in project scheduling within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, particularly in engineering or capital projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project is essential; knowledge of Primavera P6 or similar tools is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of engineering workflows, construction phases, and GMP compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules involving multiple stakeholders and project phases.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.