Project Controls Scheduling Specialist
Overview
The Project Controls Scheduling Specialist provides advanced scheduling and project controls support across all phases of a project including planning execution and closeout. This role develops and maintains project schedules supports forecasting performs schedule analysis and prepares reports to support project decision-making. Ownership of project schedules critical path analysis earned value performance tracking and coordination with stakeholders ensures alignment with program goals.
What You'll Do27
- 1Build Develop and maintain detailed CPM schedules using Primavera P6 including logic sequencing durations milestones constraints and Work Breakdown Structure development
- 2Own and manage baseline schedules and support ongoing schedule updates and revisions
- 3Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks delays and mitigation strategies
- 4Conduct Time Impact Analyses TIA and support schedule change control processes
- 5Perform schedule QA/QC to ensure accuracy consistency and alignment with program objectives
- 6Support resource-loaded schedules and integrated cost-schedule planning and analysis
- 7Coordinate and lead schedule update meetings with project teams and stakeholders
- 8Review contractor and subcontractor schedules and provide feedback to ensure compliance and alignment
- 9Collaborate within project teams to develop and maintain network schedules using advanced scheduling techniques
- 10Develop and deliver schedule reports dashboards and executive summaries
- 11Perform earned value analysis EVA and track project performance metrics
- 12Prepare variance analyses and provide insights into project performance trends
- 13Produce look-ahead schedules critical path reports and schedule narratives
- 14Assess schedule performance and provide recommendations based on data-driven analysis
- 15Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports to support project leadership
- 16Support cost tracking and forecasting efforts in coordination with project teams
- 17Incorporate progress data into schedule updates and integrated cost-schedule reporting
- 18Assist with cost-schedule integration and performance analysis
- 19Support change management processes and evaluate schedule impacts of scope changes
- 20Partner with project managers contractors and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project schedules and milestones
- 21Coordinate across multiple departments to support integrated project delivery
- 22Facilitate communication between stakeholders to drive schedule updates and decision-making
- 23Support client engagements and program assignments across multiple industries including utility infrastructure projects such as transmission distribution and substations
- 24Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes tools and reporting
- 25Demonstrate strong knowledge of scheduling tools and methodologies
- 26Support knowledge sharing and provide guidance to junior team members as needed
- 27Apply critical thinking problem-solving and decision-making skills to project challenges
Requirements12
- 1Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field required
- 2Master’s degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field may be considered in lieu of some years of experience
- 3Minimum 5+ years of experience in project controls scheduling or construction project support
- 4Strong experience with Primavera P6
- 5Proven experience developing and managing CPM schedules including critical path analysis and network schedule development
- 6Experience with earned value management EVM schedule performance assessment and reporting
- 7Experience with Work Breakdown Structure WBS development and resource-loaded scheduling
- 8Support cost-schedule integration and change control processes
- 9Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project controls tools
- 10Strong communication analytical and stakeholder engagement skills
- 11Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- 12Professional certifications such as PMP or PSP are a plus
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