Scheduling Consultant (On-Site)

YA Group•Dallas, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a full-time, onsite Scheduling Consultant to support a large-scale data center project. This role requires scheduling expertise with Primavera P6 to develop, maintain, and analyze cost- and resource-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules. The Scheduler will provide accurate planning, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring alignment across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover. The position involves close collaboration with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and owners’ representatives to maintain schedule integrity and drive project success. We value individuals who are hungry for growth, humble in their approach, and possess strong communication skills. Candidates who are inquisitive and eager to learn via on-the-job training will prosper as a successful member of our team. Through our Scheduling opportunities, we offer the opportunity to gain valuable project management experience and to develop a specialized skill set in construction scheduling using Oracle Primavera P6 and ASTA Powerproject—two highly respected tools in the industry. We believe in selecting and retaining the right people to foster growth through challenging experiences, supportive coaching, and recognizing excellence at every level. We work to ensure hard work is acknowledged and recognized, skills are developed across all roles, and a culture of continuous learning and collaboration are actively promoted.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience required, including scheduling or other relevant filed work
Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of schedule risk analysis, delay analysis, and recovery planning.
Experience using critical path method (CPM) techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Data Centers preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience preferred.
Proven experience scheduling large-scale data center, mission-critical, or advanced manufacturing projects.

Responsibilities

Collect and validate schedule update data from project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and owners’ representatives, and incorporate approved updates into the schedule.
Establish and maintain project schedule baselines in compliance with contractual requirements, monitoring performance and identifying variances.
Build and manage cost- and resource-loaded schedules, update actuals to support earned value, and generate standard reports including critical activities, baseline deviations, earned value indices, and cash flow.
Prepare monthly reporting packages, including narratives and KPI summaries for management and client review.
Develop detailed CPM schedules from the ground up for proposals and active projects.
Perform network logic analysis to validate sequencing, float accuracy, and critical path alignment.
Conduct “what-if” and time-impact analyses to evaluate risks, delays, and recovery options.
Facilitate schedule coordination meetings with internal teams, contractors, and clients to ensure alignment and accountability.
Support planning sessions such as pull planning to align construction sequencing and commissioning requirements.
Provide clear, data-driven schedule insights that support executive decision-making and project delivery.
Process complex information, communicating clearly and presenting work confidently to diverse audiences.
Assess the impact of project changes and schedule delays, effectively communicating findings (e.g. time impact analyses).
Maintain job files, documentation, and other relevant deliverables.
Additional duties as assigned.