Mid Level Planner Scheduler Jobs
Mid level planner scheduler jobs go to professionals ready to own scheduling systems end to end, coordinate across cross-functional teams, and drive production or project decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated in Energy, Food & Beverage, and Science & Research, with Targa Resources, CBRE, and LANXESS among the employers competing for planner schedulers at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
We are currently hiring a Planner / Scheduler III for our client in the Houston, TX area.
Primary Focus:
As part of the construction project management family the focus of this position is to take on increasingly challenging assignments that support project requirements, be able to work independently, and able to coordinate the management team for execution alignment. The primary focus of the Project Scheduler is to develop, detail, expand and maintain project schedules for one or more projects managed by the department. The planning and schedule development will be done in conjunction with other stakeholders within the project teams.
Specific Accountabilities:
Provides logistics/scheduling related technical support and manages project schedules to assigned internal client groups for planning, procurement, development, construction and maintenance activities by:
- Adhering to enterprise scheduling standards for development and implementation of schedules, ensures standards are current, e.g., Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Updating, revising, and detailing for schedules as projects progress through development and execution stages, e.g., updating the schedules based on earned-value data from the Field Construction Analysts and other sources of construction tracking and reporting information
- Assist with interpreting performance of scheduled activities and communicating issues to the Project Manager, e.g., analyzing the impacts that schedule updates will have on baseline plans, ensuring resource requirements for schedules are incorporated at planning stages and continuously developed through the project lifecycle
- Developing and managing schedule performance indicators
- Providing technical advice related to scheduling/planning/logistics. Developing detailed “what-if” schedules as requested to communicate options to the project team, identifying critical path elements and associated logic driven options, etc.
- Representing the department by providing advice and coordination of internal projects and associated external activities, e.g., customers, partners, consultants, etc.
- Providing technical and business advice on the preparation and disposition of documents required for project completion, e.g., providing reports, schedules, updates and input as required regarding scheduling and planning for the projects
- Interface with the various stakeholders on the project team and other key stakeholders to receive the information required for accurate and timely critical-path management of the project schedules.
Scope:
- Impact of this role is typically confined to the immediate work unit or project, will interact with external stakeholders as needed under the guidance of a senior level employee.
- Recommendations reviewed for accuracy
Contacts:
- Verbal and written communication typically consists of the collection and relay of complex technical facts and analysis of business implications
- Required to communicate technical issues to technical and non-technical staff
- Reports directly to the Supervisor of Project Controls
Working Conditions:
- Office environment
- Overnight business or construction field trips may be required
- Expectation to produce required reports and cost data in a timely manner
- Occasional travel to field worksite locations. May require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Technical college diploma or university degree in a related field
- 5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Aptitude and communications skills related to acting independently as a senior logistics/scheduling professional
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload in a fast paced and dynamic environment and resolve issues in a timely manner
- Possess an aptitude for successfully building relationships with project staff, internal and external stakeholders.
- Advanced level knowledge of Primavera P6
- Experience with oil and gas construction projects
All interested candidates should send an updated MSWord resume to the email address provided.
INTRODUCTION
We are currently hiring a Planner / Scheduler III for our client in the Houston, TX area.
Primary Focus:
As part of the construction project management family the focus of this position is to take on increasingly challenging assignments that support project requirements, be able to work independently, and able to coordinate the management team for execution alignment. The primary focus of the Project Scheduler is to develop, detail, expand and maintain project schedules for one or more projects managed by the department. The planning and schedule development will be done in conjunction with other stakeholders within the project teams.
Specific Accountabilities:
Provides logistics/scheduling related technical support and manages project schedules to assigned internal client groups for planning, procurement, development, construction and maintenance activities by:
- Adhering to enterprise scheduling standards for development and implementation of schedules, ensures standards are current, e.g., Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Updating, revising, and detailing for schedules as projects progress through development and execution stages, e.g., updating the schedules based on earned-value data from the Field Construction Analysts and other sources of construction tracking and reporting information
- Assist with interpreting performance of scheduled activities and communicating issues to the Project Manager, e.g., analyzing the impacts that schedule updates will have on baseline plans, ensuring resource requirements for schedules are incorporated at planning stages and continuously developed through the project lifecycle
- Developing and managing schedule performance indicators
- Providing technical advice related to scheduling/planning/logistics. Developing detailed “what-if” schedules as requested to communicate options to the project team, identifying critical path elements and associated logic driven options, etc.
- Representing the department by providing advice and coordination of internal projects and associated external activities, e.g., customers, partners, consultants, etc.
- Providing technical and business advice on the preparation and disposition of documents required for project completion, e.g., providing reports, schedules, updates and input as required regarding scheduling and planning for the projects
- Interface with the various stakeholders on the project team and other key stakeholders to receive the information required for accurate and timely critical-path management of the project schedules.
Scope:
- Impact of this role is typically confined to the immediate work unit or project, will interact with external stakeholders as needed under the guidance of a senior level employee.
- Recommendations reviewed for accuracy
Contacts:
- Verbal and written communication typically consists of the collection and relay of complex technical facts and analysis of business implications
- Required to communicate technical issues to technical and non-technical staff
- Reports directly to the Supervisor of Project Controls
Working Conditions:
- Office environment
- Overnight business or construction field trips may be required
- Expectation to produce required reports and cost data in a timely manner
- Occasional travel to field worksite locations. May require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Technical college diploma or university degree in a related field
- 5-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Aptitude and communications skills related to acting independently as a senior logistics/scheduling professional
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload in a fast paced and dynamic environment and resolve issues in a timely manner
- Possess an aptitude for successfully building relationships with project staff, internal and external stakeholders.
- Advanced level knowledge of Primavera P6
- Experience with oil and gas construction projects
All interested candidates should send an updated MSWord resume to the email address provided.
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Mid Level Planner Scheduler Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level planner scheduler job?
Position your application around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you managed the full scheduling cycle, resolved supply or capacity conflicts independently, and improved on-time delivery rates. Emphasize proficiency with planning software like SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP tools, and show that your decisions had measurable impact on production flow or project timelines.
Which companies hire mid level planner schedulers?
Companies hiring mid level planner schedulers right now include Targa Resources, CBRE, and LANXESS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, manufacturers, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and logistics firms tend to be the most active, since they rely on experienced schedulers to keep complex, multi-site operations running on time.
Are there remote mid level planner scheduler jobs?
Yes, though most roles still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements given the coordination-heavy nature of the work. About 0% of mid level planner scheduler openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions more common in software-driven planning roles or companies with distributed supply chains.
How do I move up to a mid level planner scheduler role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level planner scheduler role takes deliberate skill-building over your first few years. Focus on mastering at least one ERP or planning platform deeply, taking full ownership of a scheduling process rather than supporting it, and generating outcomes you can quantify. Earning a certification like APICS CPIM or CSCP signals readiness for greater scope and responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level planner schedulers?
Mid Level planner scheduler roles concentrate in Energy, Food & Beverage, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on precise scheduling to manage complex supply chains, tight production windows, or regulatory timelines, which creates sustained demand for professionals with proven, hands-on planning experience.