Senior Scheduler

PACT; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PACT (Pearson Accelerator Construction Team) seeks a Senior Scheduler to manage the integrated program schedule across Accelerator sub-programs at Toronto Pearson. You will work with design teams, construction delivery, PMO, and Sub-Program Leads to ensure schedule accuracy and informed decisions for live airside programs.

The role requires 10+ years in infrastructure scheduling, advanced Primavera P6 skills, and strong analytical/communication abilities to support design-build and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in scheduling for major infrastructure, aviation, civil, transit, or industrial projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6; strong understanding of WBS development and schedule architecture.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to present findings clearly.
• Experience coordinating schedules across multiple sub-programs or work fronts.
• Understanding of live airport environments and construction sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and manage detailed Sub-Program schedules and the integrated master program schedule using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate schedule inputs from design, engineering, construction, commercial, procurement, and PMO stakeholders.
• Analyze schedule logic, sequencing, critical path, float usage, and opportunities for acceleration or optimization.
• Produce weekly and monthly schedule dashboards, progress reporting, lookaheads, and variance analyses for governance forums.
• Support schedule risk identification and integration with cost and risk working groups.
• Validate subcontractor and consultant schedules against contractual milestones.

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

PACT (Pearson Accelerator Construction Team) is a General Partnership of Alberici, Amico, Kenaidan, and Obayashi, supported by design partners Egis, Mott MacDonald, and Weston Williamson + Partners. Together, we are delivering Accelerator, a major program of Pearson LIFT (Long-term Investment in Facilities and Terminals), Toronto Pearson's infrastructure development plan. This multi-year program is designed to address immediate passenger growth demands while preparing Canada’s largest airport for the future of air travel—including critical upgrades to airfield and infrastructure, greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, modernization of Terminals 1 and 3, and the creation of a world-class passenger experience.

SENIOR SCHEDULER - PACT

The Senior Scheduler develops, maintains, and monitors the integrated program schedule across all Accelerator Sub-Programs—Airfield Civil & Electrical, Interim Infrastructure, GHG Reduction Projects, and Priority Projects. This role ensures schedule accuracy, identifies risks and opportunities, and supports informed decision-making across PACT’s governance structure. Working closely with design teams, construction delivery, PMO functions, and Sub-Program Leads, the Senior Scheduler supports the development phase, target price build-up, and execution readiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, update, and manage detailed Sub-Program schedules and the fully integrated master program schedule using Primavera P6.
• Coordinate schedule inputs from design, engineering, construction, commercial, procurement, and PMO stakeholders.
• Analyze schedule logic, sequencing, critical path, float usage, and potential opportunities for acceleration or optimization.
• Produce weekly and monthly schedule dashboards, progress reporting, lookaheads, and variance analyses for PACT governance forums (Management Teams, Senior Leadership, EXCO).
• Support schedule risk identification, quantitative/qualitative schedule risk assessments, and integration with cost and risk working groups.
• Validate subcontractor and consultant schedules, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements and PACT-level milestones.
• Monitor progress against design and construction deliverables and elevate issues following PACT’s decision-making and escalation regimes.
• Provide input to construction means and methods, work sequencing, and staging strategies to support safe and efficient delivery in a live airside environment.
• Participate in design coordination, technical working groups, and constructability reviews to ensure schedule impacts are understood early.
• Support development of the Target Price schedule basis, assumptions, and schedule narratives.
• Ensure compliance with GTAA scheduling standards, PDBA requirements, and internal schedule governance.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in scheduling for major infrastructure, aviation, civil, transit, or industrial projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6; strong understanding of WBS development and schedule architecture.
• Experience supporting progressive design-build, CMAR, or complex multi-stakeholder project delivery models.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret schedule data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience coordinating schedules across multiple Sub-Programs or major work fronts.
• Understanding of construction sequencing, temporary works, logistics, and constraints in live operational environments (aviation experience an asset).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present schedule findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and parent-company stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position will be based at Toronto Pearson International Airport, with full-time onsite presence required. This position is 5 days per week with core hours of work between approximately 8:00am–5:00pm with 1 hour lunch or as agreed upon with your manager. All employees must complete a RAIC and Criminal background check.

PACT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free candidate experience and work environment. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.