Senior Project Scheduler

Arcadis•Philadelphia, PA

11d•$98,000 - $147,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Project Scheduler to support our team in Philadelphia, PA. In this role, you will use your scheduling expertise for a large client supporting the capital and infrastructure projects and the overall programs and portfolios the client has at any given time. While the role is predominantly remote, successful candidates should be willing and able to travel to project sites as business needs dictate. In-person support may be required for major project events, field assessments, shutdown activities, workshops, and stakeholder meetings. The Senior Scheduler will serve as the scheduling lead for major capital projects, providing vision, leadership, and direction to ensure successful achievement of key client milestones. This individual will oversee two junior schedulers and act as the primary point of contact for schedule-related matters with the client, contractors, and project teams. Beyond developing and maintaining schedules, this role is expected to actively drive project outcomes. The successful candidate will scrutinize contractor schedules, identify risks and opportunities, challenge assumptions, and ensure schedule data is accurate, timely, and actionable. They will proactively engage Arcadis Team Leadership, lead schedule reviews, and facilitate recovery planning when required. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces ownership and accountability, and is confident influencing project teams and leadership. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to drive performance toward critical milestone achievement are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

10 + years of project scheduling experience in construction
Proficient in MSP project schedule, Project Online, Power Project
Specialized skills and proficiency with project/program controls software and web-based program management systems; proficient in P6 and MS Project
Ability to produce quality materials within tight time frames and simultaneously manage several assignments
Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings
Excellent professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skill
Experience in project schedules related to capital projects, pharmaceutical projects a plus.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline and/or professional certification (PMP, PSP, PMI-SP, AACE, RICS, etc.)
Candidates with significant demonstrated scheduling experience and a proven track record of successful project delivery will be considered in lieu of formal education or certifications.

Responsibilities

Independently review, analyze and report on baseline schedules submitted by contractors
Independently review and analyze monthly schedule updates and complete reporting requirements
Coordinate review of the project schedule updates with the appropriate staff
Review and analyze contractors submitted Time Impact (Entitlement) Analysis, report on findings and assist the client in the negotiation of time extensions
Follow appropriate internal control safeguards to ensure consistent reporting of accurate information