Construction Scheduler

Aecom2; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Hunt in Chicago is seeking an experienced Construction Scheduler with Primavera P6 expertise and a strong background in commercial construction to join our team.

You will develop and maintain detailed schedules, identify risks, and drive project success while collaborating with project teams to ensure alignment with milestones and deliverables. This role requires a BA/BS in Construction Management or Engineering and 4+ years of scheduling experience.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of construction scheduling experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project teams to define scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Analyze timelines, identify critical paths, and mitigate delays.

Skills

Schedule coordination

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

BA/BS Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Construction Scheduler (P6 & Commercial Construction Experience)

AECOM Hunt has an immediate need for an experienced Construction Scheduler with expertise in Primavera P6 and a strong background in commercial construction to join our dynamic team. This individual will work closely with our team in Chicago to develop and maintain detailed schedules, identify potential risks, and drive project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project teams to define scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Analyze project timelines, identify critical paths, and provide recommendations to mitigate delays.
• Monitor and report on project progress, including schedule variances and resource allocation.
• Conduct regular schedule reviews with project managers and stakeholders to ensure alignment.
• Integrate subcontractor schedules into the master schedule and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare detailed reports, including Gantt charts, progress updates, and forecasts.
• Support claims analysis and provide documentation for schedule-related disputes, if necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS Construction Management, Engineering or relevant curriculum and 4 years of construction related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with Primavera P6 construction scheduling.

Preferred Requirements

• Proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and resource management.
• Familiarity with other scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation, sports, high rise commercial construction.

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

This position is not hybrid nor remote and will be physically located in our Chicago IL office.

This position may include relocation.

i n order to receive a security badge at the client worksite for which you are being hired to perform services, you will be required to pass the client's security screening process to include SWAC (Secure Worker Access Consortium) and/or SIDA (Identification Display Area) and fingerprinting, which will be done after you have commenced employment and is a condition of your continued employment.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respe