Senior Scheduler - Toronto, On

Dokainish & Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dokainish & Company in downtown Toronto, Ontario, seeks a Senior Scheduler to own complex scheduling across multiple projects for diverse clients. You will develop, manage, and analyze schedules that reveal progress, risks, and opportunities, combining technical excellence with leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or related field, 7+ years scheduling experience, proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project, CPM and earned value management, plus

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of project scheduling experience in engineering/consulting environments.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Deep CPM understanding, project controls, and earned value management.
• Ability to manage multiple schedules across complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint for reporting.
• Experience in consulting across infrastructure/energy/transport sectors is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
• Professional, ethical, and mature in an organizational context.
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to work independently; travel may be required.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration, and maintenance of baseline schedules across project phases.
• Collaborate with PMs, clients, and internal teams to ensure realistic, compliant schedules.
• Provide analysis of schedule performance, critical paths, variances, risks, and mitigations.
• Facilitate schedule review meetings with clients and stakeholders with clear insights.
• Conduct schedule impact and delay analyses to support claims and recovery plans.
• Promote best practices in schedule management and project controls.
• Prepare schedules, progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
• Maintain Health & Safety standards compliance.
• Mentor junior team members to build scheduling capability.

Skills

CPM knowledge

Client-facing communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Dokainish & Company

Since 2011, Dokainish & Company has been delivering world-class project management and project controls consultancy services. We specialize in working diligently and collaboratively with our clients to achieve long-lasting, impactful results across numerous business functions.

About Dokainish & Company

Since 2011, Dokainish & Company has been delivering world-class project management and project controls consultancy services. We specialize in working diligently and collaboratively with our clients to achieve long-lasting, impactful results across numerous business functions.

Our areas of expertise include Project Controls, Project Management, Quantitative Risk Analysis, Organizational Change Management, Enterprise Reporting, Estimating, Asset Management, and System Implementation for Capital Projects. We draw upon decades of project experience to deliver customized solutions to our clients' most complex challenges.

We are a fast-growing consulting organization with a diverse, high-achieving, and innovative team. We are currently seeking a Senior Scheduler to play a key role in driving project success and supporting our continued growth.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Scheduler, you will take ownership of complex scheduling activities across multiple projects and clients. You will work closely with project teams to develop, manage, and analyze schedules that provide clear insight into project progress, risks, and opportunities. This is a pivotal role combining technical excellence with leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

This is a full-time, non-remote, in-office position based in downtown Toronto, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, integration, and maintenance of project baseline schedules across all project phases.
• Partner with project managers, clients, and internal teams to ensure schedules are accurate, realistic, and aligned with project goals and contractual obligations.
• Provide expert-level analysis of schedule performance, identifying critical paths, variances, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate and lead schedule review meetings with clients and stakeholders, presenting insights and recommendations with confidence and clarity.
• Conduct detailed schedule impact and delay analyses, supporting claims, forecasts, and recovery plans.
• Champion best practices in schedule management and project controls across the organization.
• Prepare high-quality schedule and progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries for internal and client use.
• Maintain a strong focus on Health & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable acts, regulations, and codes.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering skill development and consistency in scheduling practices.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• College or university degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in project scheduling within an engineering, consulting, or professional services environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Deep understanding of the Critical Path Method (CPM), project controls principles, and earned value management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple schedules across complex projects with competing priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
• Solid understanding of construction disciplines, safety regulations, quality, and cost control.
• Consulting experience and exposure to multiple sectors (infrastructure, energy, transportation, etc.) are strong assets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and organizational maturity.
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work outside standard business hours.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Note:

This role description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.

We take immense pride in our high-performing, collaborative team. We recognize and value the uniqueness of every individual, and you'll be part of a growing consulting firm where your expertise will directly shape project outcomes and client success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, mentor others, and grow your career in a dynamic, results-driven environment. If you believe your skillset, drive, qualifications, and experience are a match, we welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you. We thank all applicants for their interest in Dokainish & Company. Please note that only candidates selected for an initial interview will be contacted.

Notes:

VACANCY STATUS: This posting is for a new position.

AI USAGE: This organization does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this particular open position. All applications are personally reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Team.

Dokainish & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age and veteran status, or any other protected status required by applicable law. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Dokainish & Company AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.