Introduction

Brunel has an exciting opportunity for a Project Portfolio Planner/Scheduler Manager (Contract) with our client who is a leading mining company in Arizona.

What are you going to do

Manages and directs a portfolio of project planning resources within the project controls functional group for capital projects.
Responsible for ensuring all aspects of project planning and scheduling on projects are compliant with corporate procedures.
Will retain the ownership and maintenance of planning policies and procedures which enforce the planning guidelines while mitigating schedule risk.
Provides mentorship and guidance to project teams.
Provides strategic guidance as an expert on planning and scheduling for engineering, procurement, contract and construction field concepts, practices, and procedures.
Provides expert level experience and judgment to spearhead in-depth analysis of all aspects of project schedules.

Essential skills and knowledge

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field and fifteen (15) years of experience in industrial project planning (mining preferred) with at least ten (10) years of experience in project planning OR
High School diploma or GED and twenty (20) years of experience in industrial project planning (mining preferred) with at least ten (10) years of experience in project planning
Must be an expert user of Primavera P6 Scheduling software.
Must have experience managing a portfolio of projects in varying stages.
Possess excellent organizational skills.
Possess good communication skills and the ability to train others.

What we offer

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision that will begin on your first day of employment. 401K matching - 50% match, up to 3%.
If candidate is not local to the area, client will provide accommodations and travel for a 4 week on, 1 week off not working rotation, along with monthly stipend for living expenses.

Closing: 29 April 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-282847

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Corporate recruiter

Sarah Logan

+1 713 333 1024

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.