Senior Scheduler

The Senior Scheduler serves as a technical authority and lead scheduler on large, complex projects or across programs. This individual is responsible for developing and overseeing advanced schedule strategies, enforcing scheduling standards, and serving as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders. With deep expertise in CPM and Primavera P6, this role provides thought leadership in scheduling, including claims support and forensics, and contributes to continuous improvement of scheduling practices at PMA.

The scope of work requires a Senior Scheduler who understands construction, is able to defend schedule logic, and can build the schedule forensically. The scheduler will take a high-level schedule and break it down further. The scheduler will also provide monthly updates, create executive-level presentations and dashboards, track critical paths and KPIs, and recommend schedule improvements or delay mitigation.

Organizational Responsibilities

Organizational Responsibilities

Planning & Schedule Development

• Develop and manage complex project schedules independently using Primavera P6.
• Lead schedule development for large capital programs or multi-project portfolios.
• Oversee integration of contract requirements and deliverables into baseline schedules.
• Facilitate interactive planning sessions with diverse, cross-functional stakeholders.
• Establish schedule standards, SOPs, and governance models for broader team adoption.

Schedule Monitoring & Controls

• Perform high-level progress updates, forecasting, and earned value analysis.
• Analyze schedule variances, identify root causes, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Lead review and quality control of schedule submittals across multiple projects.
• Enforce disciplined use of baselines, updates, and revisions in line with PMA standards.

Schedule Analysis & Forensics

• Perform or oversee what-if scenario planning and delay/time impact analysis.
• Evaluate entitlement claims, prepare defensible analysis, and provide expert recommendations.
• Interpret and communicate complex delay issues to clients and stakeholders in clear written and verbal formats.
• Select and apply appropriate delay analysis methodologies based on scenario context.

Reporting & Communication

• Lead the development of executive-level schedule reports, dashboards, and narratives.
• Communicate schedule insights and recommendations to non-schedulers and executives.
• Identify critical path deviations, risk factors, and performance drivers for leadership review.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align schedule reporting with project and business objectives.

Mentorship & Leadership

• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior schedulers.
• Provide technical leadership across project teams and support internal training efforts.
• Promote the adoption of PMA scheduling best practices across accounts and regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in scheduling/project controls.
• Recognized expertise in CPM scheduling theory, Primavera P6, and schedule forensics.
• Strong knowledge of construction lifecycles and operational project workflows.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing schedule strategy and client relationships.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and assume a lead role on technical and strategic matters.