Project Scheduler

Role overview

An international pharmaceutical business is looking for an experienced Project Scheduler to support a portfolio of technical development and operations-focused programmes in a biologics and manufacturing setting. The position is based in Shanbally, Cork, and is offered on a 12-month contract with a hybrid arrangement as a minimum.

What you will do

• Create, update, and improve detailed project schedules in Microsoft Project for several technical initiatives.
• Track timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables from project start to finish.
• Work closely with Project Leads and Managers on planning, monitoring, and schedule control.
• Carry out resource loading, demand forecasting, and workforce planning across multiple projects.
• Prepare schedule reporting such as actual versus planned reviews, S-curves, and schedule compliance updates.
• Handle schedule change requests, maintain risk register information, and assess impacts of changes.
• Support governance routines, stakeholder updates, and project status reporting meetings.

Experience and skills needed

• At least 5 years' experience scheduling technical or operational project portfolios.
• Advanced capability with Microsoft Project and strong familiarity with planning tools such as Planview.
• Solid knowledge of capacity planning, forecasting, and workload analysis.
• Background supporting operational work in pharmaceutical, biotech, manufacturing, or similar technical environments.
• Ability to manage complex schedules, interdependencies, and reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including milestone tracking, S-curve reporting, and governance documentation.
• PMP certification is required.
• Planview experience is considered a strong advantage.

Additional information

This opportunity sits within a global pharmaceutical environment known for innovation, operational excellence, and the delivery of complex technical projects.

Terms and conditions

Contract length: 12 months.

Location: Shanbally, Cork, County Cork, Ireland.

Work arrangement: Hybrid at minimum.

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