Scheduler

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Scheduler to join our team in Duluth, MN.

Are you analytical, detail-oriented, and naturally curious about how complex projects come together?

We are seeking a Scheduler who is eager to build a long-term career in project controls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organizational and analytical skills who wants to grow into a highly valued role. We will provide training, mentorship, and a defined career path for the right candidate.

This role supports project teams by developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring costs, analyzing risks, and helping ensure key milestones and deadlines are achieved.

If you enjoy working with data, solving problems, and influencing project outcomes through insight and analysis, this role offers strong professional growth potential.

What You’ll Do

You will support multiple projects by:

Scheduling & Planning

• Develop, maintain, and update Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules
• Create resource-loaded and cost/budget-loaded schedules
• Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and activity coding
• Perform schedule updates, baseline management, and progress tracking
• Conduct schedule “what-if” analysis and assist with risk modeling
• Support resource forecasting and workload planning

Project Controls & Reporting

• Monitor schedule and cost performance and identify risks or delays
• Prepare detailed Excel reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Present schedule and cost updates, including recommendations for corrective action
• Communicate opportunities and risks to project teams and leadership

Coordination & Financial Support

• Coordinate project activities from Job Number Request (JNR) through closeout
• Facilitate schedule status meetings with project managers, leadership, and subcontractors
• Process billing across a portfolio of projects
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice entry into ERP systems
• Obtain appropriate documentation and approvals per Delegation of Authority requirements
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers

What We are Looking For

We are looking for someone with strong potential, not just experience.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, or related field preferred; High School Diploma required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex problems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred (But We Will Train the Right Person)

• Experience in a planning, scheduling, or project coordination role
• Familiarity with project management principles
• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Primavera EPPM, or Primavera Cloud

Why This Role Is a Great Career Move

Project Controls professionals are critical to project success. In this role, you will:

• Gain exposure to complex, high-impact projects
• Develop technical scheduling and cost management expertise
• Build strong business acumen and stakeholder communication skills
• Receive hands-on training and mentorship
• Have a clear path to advance within a Scheduling career
• This is not just a job — it’s a career track with long-term growth potential.

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is  $60,000 – $70,000.

Our benefits include: 

•    Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
•    Flexible work options
•    401K (6% company match)
•    Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
•    Paid time off (PTO)
•    Paid holidays (twelve per year)
•    Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices:

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.