Resource Scheduler

Contract: 12+ MonthsThe Planet Group is looking for a Resource Scheduler to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 12-months contract, working an onsite schedule in Lansing, MI.Resource Scheduler | Qualifications:2 - 4 years experience in a planning and scheduling role and using metrics (Required)Proven analytical and diagnostic skills in utility practices and procedures.Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent discipline.Proficient in project planning and life cycle development.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Resource Scheduler | Responsibilities: Lead hand-off to resource scheduling, monthly operations manager meetings and project alignment of key stakeholders for complex projects.Participate in contractor workload weekly meeting, operating reviews and program manager meetingsDevelop and maintain reporting to bring visibility to key stakeholders in Customer On Time Delivery, SAIDI Rally Room, Public Safety and forecast meetings. Use problem solving tools to determine next stepsCreate a workplan that delivers on the commitments made to our governing agencies; includes pole replacements, 5 year circuit inspection cycle, repetitive outage, regulation testing, leak survey, cathodic, etc.Provide a balanced resource workplan requires insight and decision making; based on data gathered, risk analysis and collaboration with key stakeholders and SAP order reports.Create, provide and communicate a timely, accurate and adhered to work plan that provides flexibility and optimizes field resources to complete approved prioritized project list and meet customer commitments.Use history and trend to build a workplan that meets budget and provides insight into operational needs to meet forecast targets.