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Job Title


Field Planning Scheduling Engineer


Company : Orion Group


Location : Edmonton, Alberta


Created : 2025-07-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Were seeking an experienced Field Planning/Scheduling Engineer to join a large-scale (Mega) EPC project based in Edmonton, AB. This role is focused on providing schedule development, maintenance, and field-based progress tracking to help support the successful execution of our clients' project construction activities.Youll be embedded within the site-based team, responsible for helping to ensure timelines are realistic, progress is accurately captured, and the project stays on track. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and experienced with Primavera P6 and field-level scheduling on large scale, oil & gas, industrial projects. The Field Planning /Scheduling Engineer is closely involved and facilitates the preparation of the project plan and schedule and must be able to provide accurate and timely status of the project plan. This role involves creating detailed project schedules, monitoring progress against milestones, identifying schedule risks, and providing recommendations to optimize project schedules. This is a long term contract that has great potential for extension.Key Responsibilities include:Support construction scheduling efforts using Primavera P6Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project schedules across all EPC phasesConduct site walkdowns to verify construction progress and gather planning inputsCoordinate with field and project teams to update timelines and status reportsGenerate weekly lookahead schedules and assist with earned value trackingAttend regular planning and construction coordination meetingsIdentify scheduling risks or conflicts and support mitigation planningPrepare summary and detailed schedule reports for internal stakeholdersTo be successful:Min 5+ years of experience in planning/scheduling roles on EPC or industrial construction projectsDegree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (Additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education)Proficient in Primavera P6Familiar with project execution processes, sequencing, and field coordinationStrong communication and reporting skillsExperience with earned value management principles is considered an assetComfortable working in the field walking uneven surfaces and climbing industrial platforms as neededSite Based Role located in Edmonton AB (No LOA)MondayFriday 40 hrs per week with overtime depending on project needsMust be legally eligible to work in Canada and possess a valid drivers licenseOur role in supporting diversity and inclusion As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.