OPT Project Scheduler Jobs
Project Scheduler jobs on OPT typically sit inside construction, engineering, defense, and infrastructure firms. Most roles require proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project and fall under specialty occupation status, supporting a clean STEM OPT extension if your degree is in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
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Get Access To All JobsEnergy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.
We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.
Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
Summary
This position is for a scheduler within the crude trading and marketing organization. Duties include both daily operational and monthly scheduling responsibilities. Strong communication skills are needed for both internal and external contacts. This is a fast-paced position with constant changes to meet customer and market demands.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Act as subject matter expert for scheduling terminals and pipelines receipts and deliveries
- Provide analytical support to traders including publishing daily position reporting
- Coordinate monthly operational plans and ensure feasibility
- Coordinate with lease team to ensure volume estimates are accurate
- Confirm purchases and sales with customers for upcoming month and identifying discrepancies in a timely manner
- Submit accurate monthly nominations and revisions as needed
- Review statements and invoices; reconcile monthly pipeline and terminal statements to nominations
- Maintain scheduled volumes/inventory in our scheduling system and proactively managing required inventories
- Tracking receipts and deliveries including quality, to ensure nominations are met for the month
- Provide accounting with required support documentation
- Provide coverage for other scheduling areas as needed
- Right Angle entry and management
Requirements
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:
- 5-8 years of crude oil industry experience is preferred
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work weekends with 24/7 availability to handle scheduling responsibilities
- Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
- Must possess strong planning and problem-solving skills
- Work environment which requires the ability to balance multiple tasks and make decisions under tight deadlines
- Strong knowledge of typical crude oil trading contracts
- Must be detail-oriented
- Desire to work in a team environment
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- The Associate Scheduler requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
- The Scheduler level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
- The Sr Scheduler level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
Software Knowledge:
- Microsoft Office
- Right Angle
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.
We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.
Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
Summary
This position is for a scheduler within the crude trading and marketing organization. Duties include both daily operational and monthly scheduling responsibilities. Strong communication skills are needed for both internal and external contacts. This is a fast-paced position with constant changes to meet customer and market demands.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Act as subject matter expert for scheduling terminals and pipelines receipts and deliveries
- Provide analytical support to traders including publishing daily position reporting
- Coordinate monthly operational plans and ensure feasibility
- Coordinate with lease team to ensure volume estimates are accurate
- Confirm purchases and sales with customers for upcoming month and identifying discrepancies in a timely manner
- Submit accurate monthly nominations and revisions as needed
- Review statements and invoices; reconcile monthly pipeline and terminal statements to nominations
- Maintain scheduled volumes/inventory in our scheduling system and proactively managing required inventories
- Tracking receipts and deliveries including quality, to ensure nominations are met for the month
- Provide accounting with required support documentation
- Provide coverage for other scheduling areas as needed
- Right Angle entry and management
Requirements
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:
- 5-8 years of crude oil industry experience is preferred
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work weekends with 24/7 availability to handle scheduling responsibilities
- Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
- Must possess strong planning and problem-solving skills
- Work environment which requires the ability to balance multiple tasks and make decisions under tight deadlines
- Strong knowledge of typical crude oil trading contracts
- Must be detail-oriented
- Desire to work in a team environment
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- The Associate Scheduler requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
- The Scheduler level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
- The Sr Scheduler level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years of directly related experience in either scheduling or other energy industry business activities.
Software Knowledge:
- Microsoft Office
- Right Angle
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Project Scheduler
Lead with your scheduling software credentials
Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project proficiency are the first things hiring managers check. List them prominently on your resume, and if you have a certification, include it. Employers equate tool fluency with immediate productivity, which reduces hesitation around OPT sponsorship.
Target industries with structured project cycles
Construction, energy, defense, and infrastructure firms run multi-year projects that justify the investment in sponsoring a scheduler. These employers are accustomed to visa paperwork and are far more likely to sponsor OPT than short-cycle industries with unpredictable headcount.
Emphasize your degree field alignment
Project Scheduler qualifies as a specialty occupation when tied to engineering, construction management, or operations research. Make the connection explicit on your resume and in cover letters. Employers need to see that your degree field directly supports the technical scheduling work they need done.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Hiring timelines for project-based roles can run six to ten weeks from application to offer. Starting your search at least three months before your graduation or current OPT expiry gives employers enough runway to process paperwork without feeling rushed by your authorization deadline.
Demonstrate experience with schedule risk and delay analysis
Generic scheduling experience is common. Candidates who can discuss critical path analysis, float management, and delay mitigation stand out significantly. Include a specific project example in your resume bullet points to signal you can contribute beyond basic data entry into a scheduler.
Prepare to explain your OPT timeline clearly and confidently
Many hiring managers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Know your authorized period, whether STEM extension applies to your degree, and your cap-gap eligibility. A concise, confident explanation removes the uncertainty that causes employers to hesitate before making an offer.
Project Scheduler OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Project Scheduler on OPT?
Yes. Project Scheduler roles generally qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules because they require applied knowledge in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline. Your degree field must have a logical connection to the scheduling work you perform. A degree in civil engineering, construction management, industrial engineering, or operations research all support this alignment well.
Does a Project Scheduler role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctorate is in an eligible STEM field such as civil engineering, industrial engineering, construction management, or operations research, and your employer enrolls in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM extension. The job itself must also have a direct relationship to your STEM degree field.
Where can I find Project Scheduler jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by OPT sponsorship willingness, so you are not applying blindly to roles that will screen you out at the work authorization question. Searching on Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to standard job boards that mix OPT-friendly and non-sponsoring employers without distinction.
Do Project Scheduler employers typically sponsor H-1B after OPT?
Large construction, defense, and infrastructure firms with established HR functions tend to have existing H-1B sponsorship processes and are more likely to continue supporting you through the lottery. Smaller project management consultancies may be willing but less experienced with the process. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas in the past.
What should I do if my Project Scheduler job is a contract or staffing role?
Contract and staffing arrangements are permitted on OPT, but your authorized employer of record must match exactly who signs your employment verification. If a staffing agency places you at a client site, the agency is your employer for OPT purposes. Confirm this before accepting any contract offer and notify your DSO so your records reflect the correct employer information.