Scheduler

Are you passionate about turning complex timelines into clear, actionable plans? Join our team as a Scheduler where you'll play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the Integrated Master Schedule for our high-impact program.

In this role, you’ll collaborate across functional departments to analyze forecast vs. baseline variances, run insightful “what-if” scenarios, and ensure schedules are consistently updated to reflect real-time progress. Your work will directly support strategic decision-making by producing accurate, timely management reports that keep our program on track.

• Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using industry standards (PMI, PASEG).
• Perform critical path and “what-if” scenario analyses to support planning and decision-making.
• Integrate sub-schedules from tools like Primavera and Aveva into the IMS.
• Track progress and issue updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with Earned Value metrics.
• Support resource loading, leveling, and multi-project dependency management.
• Maintain key project structures: WBS, OBS, RBS, Control Accounts, and the Subcontractor Data Requirements List (SDRL).
• Collaborate with functional teams throughout engineering and build phases to ensure schedule and budget alignment.
• Coordinate timelines with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Implement and manage scheduling systems and processes, including baseline change requests.
• Ensure timely delivery of weekly and monthly business reporting requirements.

• Diploma in a technical discipline (Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience).
  • PMI Certification and/or PMP considered an asset.
• 2–5 years of scheduling experience, ideally in complex shipyard projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is required; Professional Fundamentals certification is an asset.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management and multi-project integration.
• Experience with schedule risk analysis (Monte Carlo method) is a plus.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and analytical tools.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently and within integrated teams.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.