Project Master Scheduler – NSW Ecology

• Lead projects from planning through to completion throughout NSW
• One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental and social consultancies
• Flexible working options and benefits to support a healthy work-life balance

About Umwelt

With over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.

As we continue to grow, Umwelt is currently seeking to hire a highly organised and detail-oriented Project Master Scheduler to help streamline project planning and execution across our diverse portfolio of ecological projects.

As part of a leading environmental and social consulting firm, you will manage the scheduling of a wide range of projects for our NSW Ecology team, from fieldwork to office-based activities such as project management, analysis, reporting, and agency consultation. This newly created role will allow you to take ownership of establishing scheduling processes and systems that ensure project timelines, resource allocation, and Work Health and Safety (WHS) considerations are fully integrated and optimised. You will be scheduling work for project teams based in Newcastle and Sydney, with projects occurring across NSW.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, covering fieldwork, project management, analysis, reporting, and consultation
• Plan and schedule both fieldwork and office-based activities, ensuring resource allocation, WHS compliance, and alignment with project deadlines
• Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with Project Managers to gather project details, resolve scheduling issues, and ensure alignment on timelines and resources
• Opportunity to coach and train Project Managers to optimise their scheduling and planning efforts, fostering a culture of efficiency and collaboration
• Track project progress, adjust schedules as needed, and proactively manage risks to keep projects on track
• Provide regular reporting on the status of project schedules and resource utilisation, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Provide advice to senior executives on project and program planning

Qualifications:

• Project management qualifications (such as PMP, PRINCE2, or a relevant degree)
• 5+ years of experience in project scheduling, preferably within a complex scheduling environment
• Proven experience in establishing and setting up scheduling processes in a new or evolving role
• Strong ability to manage complex project schedules, particularly those involving diverse activities across field and office environments
• Proficiency in MS Project and the Microsoft Office Suite, with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

We welcome candidates with experience in any complex scheduling environment who are eager to embrace a new challenge in ecological consulting. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to step into a key role and make a significant impact within our team.

What We Offer

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:

• A role working with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
• Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
• #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff one extra paid day off per month (12 days per year for FTE) to support mental health
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Opportunities to join the company’s Employee Share Plan (ESP)
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.