Project Controls Scheduling Specialist (00542)

PMA Consultants Careers • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Project Controls Scheduling Specialist provides advanced scheduling and project controls support across all phases of a project, including planning, execution, and closeout. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, supporting forecasting efforts, performing schedule analysis, and preparing reports to support project decision-making.
This position includes ownership of project schedules, critical path analysis, earned value performance tracking, and coordination with project stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals. A strong understanding of CPM scheduling, cost and schedule integration, and project controls systems is essential.
Note: This opportunity is available at multiple levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and alignment with business needs. We are committed to providing fair and equitable consideration for all applicants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or construction project support
• Strong experience with Primavera P6
• Proven experience developing and managing CPM schedules, including critical path analysis and network schedule development
• Experience with earned value management (EVM), schedule performance assessment, and reporting
• Experience with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and resource-loaded scheduling
• Experience supporting cost-schedule integration and change control processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project controls tools
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field may be considered in lieu of some years of experience
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PSP are a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed CPM schedules using Primavera P6, including logic, sequencing, durations, milestones, constraints, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
• Own and manage baseline schedules and support ongoing schedule updates and revisions
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks, delays, and mitigation strategies
• Conduct Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and support schedule change control processes
• Perform schedule QA/QC to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with program objectives
• Support resource-loaded schedules and integrated cost-schedule planning and analysis
• Coordinate and lead schedule update meetings with project teams and stakeholders
• Review contractor and subcontractor schedules and provide feedback to ensure compliance and alignment
• Collaborate within project teams to develop and maintain network schedules using advanced scheduling techniques
• Develop and deliver schedule reports, dashboards, and executive summaries
• Perform earned value analysis (EVA) and track project performance metrics
• Prepare variance analyses and provide insights into project performance trends
• Produce look-ahead schedules, critical path reports, and schedule narratives
• Assess schedule performance and provide recommendations based on data-driven analysis
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports to support project leadership
• Support cost tracking and forecasting efforts in coordination with project teams
• Incorporate progress data into schedule updates and integrated cost-schedule reporting
• Assist with cost-schedule integration and performance analysis
• Support change management processes and evaluate schedule impacts of scope changes
• Partner with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project schedules and milestones
• Coordinate across multiple departments to support integrated project delivery
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to drive schedule updates and decision-making
• Support client engagements and program assignments across multiple industries, including utility infrastructure projects such as transmission, distribution, and substations
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes, tools, and reporting
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of scheduling tools and methodologies
• Support knowledge sharing and provide guidance to junior team members as needed
• Apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to project challenges

Benefits

• We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.
• PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees