Associate Director - Scheduling – Aviation Construction

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an Associate Director - Scheduling for aviation construction to lead PMS development across multi‑billion dollar programs. You will define architecture, ensure integration across design, procurement, and construction, and deliver executive dashboards.

This role guides scheduling standards, baselines, and risk analysis while mentoring a team of schedulers and analysts. US citizen per client requirements; on-site presence at key accounts with global capabilities in

Qualifications

• 12+ years in project controls, scheduling or program management for major capital programs.
• Proven aviation, transportation, or federal infrastructure experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and enterprise scheduling systems.
• Strong ability to communicate with executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration, and management of the Program Master Schedule (PMS) for multi‑billion‑dollar aviation programs.
• Define schedule architecture, WBS alignment, coding structures, and logic integration across delivery partners.
• Ensure linkage between design, construction, procurement, commissioning, and operational readiness schedules.
• Establish and enforce scheduling standards, governance, baselines, and change control.
• Lead schedule risk analysis, critical path evaluation, and probabilistic forecasting.
• Provide scenario modeling and recovery strategies for executive decisions.
• Deliver dashboards and KPI narratives for governance boards and airport authorities.
• Mentor a team of schedulers, analysts, and controls professionals across projects.
• Manage sequencing, phasing, and schedule optimization as the program senior advisor.

Skills

Primavera P6

Schedule risk analysis

Executive reporting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction

PM certifications (PSP/ PMI-SP/ CCP)

Tools

Enterprise scheduling systems

IMS / integrated master schedule

Job description

Associate Director - Scheduling – Aviation Construction

• Full-time
• Department: Infrastructure
• Compensation: USD 170,000 - USD 220,000 - yearly

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over22,000 peoplein more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure,energyand natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects andprogrammesas we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities includeprogramme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estateservicesand investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premierprogramme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Turner & Townsend is looking for an AssociateDirector- Scheduling to lead scheduling services on key client accounts. This individual will not only be responsible for the delivery of successful scheduling services but also will assist in growing services with new and existing clients.

*Per client requirements, only US citizens may be considered for this opportunity.*

Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration, and management of the Program Master Schedule (PMS) for multi‑billion‑dollar aviation programs.
• Define schedule architecture, WBS alignment, coding structures, and logic integration across all delivery partners.
• Ensure seamless linkage between design, construction, procurement, commissioning, and operational readiness schedules.
• Schedule Governance & Controls
  • Establish and enforce Turner & Townsend scheduling standards, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Oversee schedule baselines, change control, progress validation, and schedule health assessments.
  • Ensure compliance with client, federal, and aviation‑specific scheduling requirements.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Risk, Delay, and Scenario Analysis
  • Lead schedule risk analysis (SRA), critical path evaluation, and probabilistic forecasting.
  • Direct forensic schedule analysis for delays, disruptions, and claims.
  • Provide scenario modeling and recovery strategies to support executive decision‑making.
• Executive Reporting & Client Interface
  • Deliver high‑clarity dashboards, KPIs, and schedule performance narratives for client leadership and governance boards.
  • Present schedule insights to airport authorities, federal agencies, and senior stakeholders.
  • Translate complex schedule data into actionable recommendations aligned with program objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of schedulers, analysts, and controls professionals across multiple projects.
• Serve as the program’s senior advisor on sequencing, phasing, and schedule optimization.

Subject Matter Expertise

• Lead the creation and management of detailed, resource-loaded schedules for multiple construction projects, ensuring timelines are realistic and achievable.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive project schedules, including milestones, deliverables, and critical paths.
• Establish baseline schedules and track project progress against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure effective communication and coordination of scheduling between various teams (design, engineering, procurement, and construction).
• Monitor and analyze schedule performance, proactively identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to stay on track.
• Prepare and present regular schedule updates and reports to senior leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
• Identify potential risks related to project scheduling and develop strategies to mitigate delays, resource constraints, and other scheduling-related issues.
• Facilitate schedule-related problem-solving sessions to resolve conflicts and minimize disruptions.
• Establish best practices and standardized processes for scheduling across all projects.
• Drive innovation in project planning and scheduling strategies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely with project management and finance teams to ensure that scheduling aligns with project budgets and resource availability.
• Track resource utilization and recommend adjustments to optimize project timelines.
• 12+ years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or program management for major capital programs.
• Proven experience in aviation, transportation, or federal infrastructure.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and enterprise scheduling systems.
• Demonstrated success developing and managing integrated master schedules (IMS) for complex, multi‑phase programs.
• Strong command of schedule risk analysis, critical path methodology, and forensic delay analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive‑level stakeholders.
• *Per client requirements, only US citizens may be considered for this opportunity.*

Preferred Experience

• Experience with airport authorities, FAA programs, or federal capital delivery.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM), program controls systems, and federal reporting frameworks.
• Professional certifications such as PSP, PMI‑SP, CCP, or equivalent.

Salary ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

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