Lead Scheduler

AtkinsRéalis•Austin, TX

5d•$130,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Scheduler to join our team in Austin, TX. Our data center team is growing! If you want to be a part of a successful global organization and have at least 5 - 15 years of planning and scheduling experience in large-to-mega-sized construction projects, we would like to connect with you! As a Senior Scheduler, you will develop schedules for specific disciplines relating to large and megasize capital construction projects, and/or be responsible for development and management of project integrated schedules. Candidates with experience in Data Center projects are preferred. This is a full-time position with AtkinsRéalis that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential, provide expert services on world class projects, collaborate and grow with professional services experts, and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits. This role will be based at one of our center of excellence hubs in Austin, TX; New Albany, OH; or Indianapolis, IN.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related experience.
5-15+ years of scheduling experience in large to mega-sized construction projects.
In-depth knowledge of Primavera with understanding of typical construction sequencing and logic for large construction project’s lifecycle.
Schedule management experience in the development of project schedules and integrating multiple schedules.
Understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in Primavera scheduling products (P6) and report preparation skills.
Must be able to problem solve by coordinating calls with stakeholders, gaining alignment, etc.
Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving and be willing to be a “doer”, as needed.
Strong decision-making abilities.
Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Candidate with a background in data center/mission critical, pharmaceutical, heavy industrial, hi-tech manufacturing, or electrical systems is preferred.
Experience in a leadership role makes an outstanding candidate.
AACE, PMI, RICS or CMAA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the project team and stakeholders in developing and managing schedules for successful project delivery.
Work directly with schedulers from various general contractors and design-build teams to monitor schedule risk.
Maintain overall milestone program and ensure milestone definitions are written and agreed upon by stakeholders.
Coordinate scope with project team/trades on-site.
Create detailed schedules (pull-plans) that support project milestones.
Determine reasonable schedule logic and constraints based on discussions with task owners and/or teams.
Evaluate critical and near critical path activity sequencing and facilitate review sessions with all stakeholders.
Create schedule reports and analyze indicators created in accordance with the project execution plan.
Identify major milestones, critical approvals, and long lead procurement items.
Assess actual progress based on site inspections and validate the contractors’ approach to measuring and reporting against the schedule.
Identify schedule changes, gaps, and trends while proactively working through issues with stakeholders.
Monitor and report schedule deliverables.
Conduct schedule review meetings with the customer/stakeholders.
Communicate and present schedule status to multiple stakeholders and support negative float resolution.
Suggest corrective actions and/or develop recovery plans when delays are anticipated or occur.
Understand the integration points of multiple projects and ensure that the schedules support each other.
Prepare and present a consolidated progress report of the project to program/senior management.
Provide what-if schedules for projects as needed.
Provide lessons learned throughout the project.