senior project scheduler

Exciting Career Opportunity
– Join PPSS as a Senior Project Scheduler

Looking to work with a dynamic and growing national company who can offer you the opportunity to collaborate on high profile, diverse projects across a range of sectors? PPSS is seeking Senior Planners / Schedulers / Project Controls professionals with a proven track record in large scale projects to join our team of likeminded staff members who enjoy tackling project challenges and creating great outcomes for their clients

If you are a great communicator and strategic thinker with a passion for precision and organisation and are looking to take the next step in your career, come join our dynamic consulting team

About the Role

As a senior planner / scheduler, you will oversee the development, implementation, management and maintenance of project schedules across various industries. You will have opportunities to work with various stakeholders on exciting projects that may require you to work remotely (from home) and on-site to track project progression in real-time.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain up to date management of project schedules
• Preparation, monitoring and updating of the project schedules during development phase and onward throughout the project life-cycle through to project completion
• Participate in internal, external and contract discussions regarding activity, scheduling and prioritisation
• Production of weekly internal and external reports including S-curves, man-hours, milestone tables, critical path analysis
• Develop relationships across the project to facilitate efficient maintenance and tracking of the schedule
• Develop project reporting content for coordination and monthly progress meetings in accordance with contractual obligations
• Develop a "look ahead" for effective planning of works
• Produce updates of master schedules for the project
• Attend coordination meetings to actively update and drive the critical path
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Remote work with potential for travel to onsite work

About You

We're looking for a self-driven individual to be part of our dynamic, high performing scheduling team.

• Hands-on project experience in multiple industries
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• A motivated individual who is eager to continue learning and growing in project scheduling
• Technically proficient with demonstrable experience delivering outcomes on software applications, including Oracle Primavera P6 and MS Project
• Ability to prepare program deliverables from tender, award and execution stages
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise work, handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously, and set and meet deadlines
• Australian/New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident and based in Australia
• Minimum 2 years Project Scheduling experience
• Understanding of Critical Path Methodology (CPM), Earned Value Management (EVM), PMBOK, PRINCE2 and risk analysis

Why Choose PPSS?

For over 25 years, PPSS has provided specialised project planning and scheduling consultancy services designed to support project success across Australian industries. We pride ourselves in exceptional project services that are trusted in industry to help organisations streamline workflows and meet critical project deadlines. As a PPSS Project Scheduler, you will:

• Gain hands-on experience in project scheduling across diverse industries and opportunities to work on high-profile projects
• Receive dedicated mentorship, access to training and career development in a growing company that is passionate about what we do.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing team that includes industry-leading project controls and scheduling specialists
• Receive strong remuneration
• Enjoy flexible working options
• Be part of a company with a strong team culture

About PPSS

PPSS is an Australian Project Management consulting firm that provides advisory, development and project management, and resource services. We also provide project management training and supply project software and cloud solutions.

We are always on the lookout for the right kind of people to join our team – people who love what they do, do it unbelievably well, and are driven to succeed.

PPSS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We actively provide opportunities for our people to grow, develop, and thrive in their careers, supported by a working culture that provides flexibility and work-life balance.

Application Process

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career, contact our General Manager, Greg Johnson, at or call for more details.

To submit your application, please include:

• Your CV (Full Name_CV),
• Your Cover Letter highlighting how you fit the above criteria (Full Name_Cover Letter), and
• "SENIOR PROJECT SCHEDULER – Your Name" as the Subject.

Successful applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.

PPSS is committed to fair and clear communication. Should your application be unsuccessful, you will be notified via email. Feedback on unsuccessful job applications will only be provided to candidates who have progressed to the interview stage, upon request.