Senior Project Scheduler

Lochner • Seattle, WA

77d • $107,000 - $134,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world. We are actively seeking a Senior Project Scheduler to support a high-visibility, federally funded transit infrastructure program in Seattle metro. This full-time role offers the opportunity to be part of a team delivering State of Good Repair (SOGR) and expansion improvements that will shape the future of public transit in the region. As part of the Program Controls Team, you will work closely with project leadership, consultants, and contractors, applying your expertise in project scheduling, data analytics, and FTA compliance to support on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in project scheduling on large civil or transportation infrastructure projects, preferably in the public transit sector.
• Direct experience supporting FTA-funded programs, with knowledge of FTA Project Management Oversight (PMO) procedures, Standard Cost Categories (SCCs), and Federal reporting and compliance documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-agency environments, including public owners, consultants, and contractors.
• Familiarity with State of Good Repair (SOGR) principles and lifecycle-based capital planning.

Nice To Haves

• Experience integrating scheduling tools with project control systems (cost, risk, performance) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and coordinate integrated program schedules for major public transit capital projects, with a focus on FTA-funded SOGR and infrastructure renewal initiatives.
• Support compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) best practices, including use of Standard Cost Categories (SCCs) and reporting standards.
• Provide schedule analysis and variance reporting using time-phased techniques and industry benchmarks.
• Review contractor and consultant schedules for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with program goals.
• Integrate schedules with earned value management, risk registers, and performance tracking systems.
• Monitor progress against project baselines and critical milestones; provide insights on float, trends, and risks.
• Coordinate and document schedule updates across multi-disciplinary teams (design, construction, procurement, operations).
• Assist in schedule-based forecasting of construction, commissioning, and post-construction activities.
• Generate internal and external reports, dashboards, and presentations using advanced data visualization tools.

Benefits

• Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program
• Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care
• Paid Family Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)
• Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health
• Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3
• Education and Training Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees