Senior Site Project Scheduler - Infrastructure / Rail Construction

Turner & Townsend

110d • $140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Scheduler to support scheduling and project controls for large-scale rail infrastructure projects. This full-time, onsite role requires a deep understanding of construction scheduling, project planning, and controls, with a focus on transportation, rail, and heavy civil sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering schedule management services on complex capital programs, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Ability and willingness to work onsite with the client full-time in Jamaica, Queens.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls, or a related field.
• 5-7+ years of experience in project scheduling and controls, preferably on large-scale infrastructure or capital projects.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, with experience in developing and analyzing detailed CPM schedules.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and schedule integration techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for reporting and data visualization.
• Experience in transportation, rail, or heavy civil construction is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex schedule data to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and proactive.
• Ability to work onsite five days per week at the Jamaica, Queens location.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for large-scale rail infrastructure projects.
• Establish and manage schedule control programs, tools, and deliverables.
• Facilitate planning sessions with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to define tasks, durations, and resource needs.
• Prepare baseline schedules and schedule basis documents for approval.
• Perform resource loading, leveling, and schedule integration across multiple contractors.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure alignment with project policies and procedures.
• Track contractor progress and assess impacts to critical and near-critical paths.
• Conduct time impact and delay analyses; recommend corrective actions.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to measure project performance.
• Monitor schedule deviations and variances; develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate schedule reliability and identify risks affecting project delivery.
• Prepare and present schedule progress reports, forecasts, and trend analyses.
• Maintain liaison with clients, consultants, and internal teams throughout all project stages.
• Review and provide feedback on contractor and consultant schedules.
• Coordinate with operating agency staff to ensure timely approvals and resource availability.
• Proactively identify scheduling risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Resolve design and construction issues impacting schedule performance.
• Review and negotiate change orders related to scope, schedule, and cost.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

• Salary range of $140K-$170K per year.
• Promotes a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree