Project Scheduler (00568)

PMA Consultants Careers•Chicago, IL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Scheduler manages all aspects of project scheduling for major construction projects ranging from $25M to $50M. This includes developing and maintaining detailed project schedules, closely monitoring progress against the schedule, attending regular progress meetings, and updating schedules accordingly. The Project Scheduler collaborates with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, and other project controls personnel, and their expertise in scheduling methodologies ensures on-time delivery of major construction programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project/construction management, analytics, mathematics, or a related technical field required.
7+ years of experience in project controls, integrated program scheduling, project management, systems engineering, or a related analytical role supporting complex, multi-disciplinary programs.
Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, schedule analysis techniques, and project controls systems with demonstrated ability to evaluate schedule health, identify risks, and develop mitigation or recovery strategies.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Advanced analytical and technical capabilities, including experience with Power BI, Microsoft Project, data visualization tools, and data-driven reporting methodologies.
Strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
This role requires the candidate to be located near a PMA office and able to work in the office as needed.
Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience supporting large-scale capital, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, energy, or infrastructure programs with responsibility for schedule integration, forecasting, risk analysis, and executive reporting preferred.
Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated master schedules (IMS) or integrated project schedules using Critical Path Method (CPM) principles preferred.
Experience with Python or other analytical/programming tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain project schedules that align with project milestones and deadlines.
Lead the integration and maintenance of multiple project schedules across different teams using scheduling software, such as Primavera P6.
Lead weekly project status meetings with contractors to review progress, discuss challenges, strategize lost time recovery, and resolve constraints affecting project timelines.
Prepare and distribute weekly progress reports detailing project status, changes or delays, key performance indicators, and upcoming milestones.
Provide expert analysis on schedule performance, identifying critical paths and potential bottlenecks.
Engage with stakeholders to communicate schedule impacts and negotiate timeline adjustments.
Maintain a proactive approach to foresee and address scheduling challenges in a dynamic construction environment.
Ability to create scenario-based project schedules to assist in risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Continuously evaluate and improve project control processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall project outcomes.
Other duties as assigned.