Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Senior Corridor Scheduler (Supporting the GO Expansion Prog[...]

Accenture; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Scheduling IV professional to lead planning and construction strategies for large infrastructure projects. This role involves collaborating with various teams to optimize construction sequencing and logistics while ensuring effective resource allocation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, extensive experience in the railway industry, and recognized certifications such as PMP or PMI-SP. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years of planning and scheduling experience in construction.
• Recognized certifications including PMP, PMI-SP, or PSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement planning strategies across projects.
• Coordinate with teams to create construction schedules and plans.

Skills

Construction Sequencing

Logistics Planning

Resource Management

Project Management

Claims Management

Forensic Delay Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Relevant Field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Navisworks

Synchro

Power BI

TILOS

Job description

Internal Title: Scheduling IV

Responsible for developing and implementing the project's planning and construction strategies across the corridor.

Collaborate with project teams and external stakeholders to identify and optimize construction sequencing, logistics, and resource allocation.

Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments to ensure effective planning and staging of construction activities.

Coordinate with various teams to develop construction schedules, phasing plans, and mitigation measures.

Plan engineering trains, access, and possessions to reduce costs related to engineering trains and increase efficiency of engineering access.

Attend planning meetings to ensure effective planning that reduces safety risks and maximizes the performance of engineering possessions.

Chair Integration, Deconfliction, and Readiness meetings for engineering possessions.

Monitor and update the project's planning and staging activities based on changing requirements and constraints.

Develop and maintain the project Master schedule to meet project objectives.

Manage progress measurement, earned value, schedule reporting, schedule change implementation, and develop and maintain the schedule management plan.

Ensure the delivery of project planning and progress measurement in accordance with project procedures and best practices.

Develop the schedule management plan, including schedule structure, coding, and hierarchy.

Formulate and maintain the basis of the schedule for each baseline schedule.

Create baseline curves, including progress and manpower, and generate all progress curves (planned, actual, forecast).

Participate in project schedule risk analysis and include contingencies in the baseline.

Generate and verify monthly updates and issue progress reports.

Maintain and optimize the schedule through change management procedures, monitor progress, and resolve potential issues.

Review and assess schedule impacts due to changes and claims.

Manage schedule changes and forecast project impacts.

Execute corrective actions when performance trends deviate from the baseline.

Complete tasks assigned by the manager or higher management efficiently and timely.

Working Conditions

Office or site-based.

Experience

Minimum of 9 years of planning and scheduling experience in construction planning and staging for large infrastructure projects, preferably in the railway industry.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Licenses or Certifications

Recognized certifications including PMP, PMI-SP, or PSP. Oracle Primavera P6 certification is an asset.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, logistics planning, and resource management.
• Familiarity with construction methodologies, safety regulations, and environmental considerations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of project management and scheduling methods.
• Experience in Claims Management or Forensic Delay Analysis.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Working knowledge of Navisworks, Synchro, Power BI, and TILOS.
• Expert understanding of multi-discipline engineering and construction projects.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to prioritize and escalate risks to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, technology-driven environment.