Lead Scheduler

HDR, Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Scheduler to manage and monitor major infrastructure projects in Honolulu, Hawaii. The candidate will develop and maintain schedules, coordinate with project managers, and mentor junior staff. Required qualifications include over 10 years in Construction Scheduling, proficiency in scheduling software like Primavera, and a strong understanding of cost and resource loaded schedules. This role supports a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Construction Scheduling.
• Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera.
• Experience with cost and resource loaded schedules required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and monitoring all aspects of major projects.
• Prepare and maintain baseline schedules and monthly progress reports.
• Serve as a liaison regarding schedule-related issues.

Skills

Construction Scheduling

Primavera

Cost Control

Earned Value Management

Education

Professional certifications (CPE, PMP, etc.)

Tools

Primavera

Scheduling software

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement

HDR is currently seeking a Lead Scheduler to join our growing Transportation Business Group team in Hawaii. This position will be primarily based in HDR's Hawaii office, to be co‑located with support and direct report team members. In the role of Lead Scheduler, you will play a critical role in planning, monitoring, and controlling major Proposal, Design, infrastructure and construction projects. This position works closely with Project Controls Managers, Project Managers, estimators, and risk teams to ensure schedule integrity, contract compliance, and alignment with cost and risk objectives.

Who You Are
As a professional, you understand the process of administering the non‑technical elements of large programs that are tied together for the successful delivery of a project. You have the emotional intelligence to build trusting relationships and close partnerships with your Program/Project Managers, allowing them to do what they do best for serving the client and delivering a program. You are comfortable developing and maintaining schedules that help streamline project controls processes and serve as a mentor to Junior Schedulers.

Your experience includes development of project schedules; monitoring and tracking the progress of project work relative to established budgets and schedules; preparation of project budget and schedule status reports and presentations; working with Program/Project Managers to proactively identify developing project budget and schedule problems and implement corrective actions; and preparation of cost accruals, estimates to complete and estimates at completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Controls Manager and Project Manager with planning and monitoring all aspects of major projects.
• Prepare and maintain baseline schedules, schedule updates, schedule reviews, and monthly progress reports.
• Perform Time Impact Analysis (TIA) and detailed investigation of schedule impacts and delays.
• Monitor, document, and report construction progress against the approved schedule.
• Identify, track, and assist in resolving construction issues and schedule conflicts.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, contractors, designers, and internal teams regarding schedule‑related issues.
• Review contractor schedules for compliance with contract requirements and provide acceptance or rejection recommendations.
• Coordinate with estimating, commercial, and risk management teams to ensure alignment between schedule, cost, and risk.
• Mentor and train junior schedulers and project controls staff.
• Support development and implementation of scheduling standards, best practices, and tools across projects.
• Present at internal and external conferences and contribute to technical publications.
• Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong cost control and earned value management background.
• Ability to interpret complex construction schedules and contract requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CPE, CEP, PSP, EVP, PMI‑SP, PMP, CCM, PRMP, DRMP, CFCC, or PE.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years Construction Scheduling
• Proficiency in using Primavera, and/or other scheduling software
• Experience with cost and resource loaded schedules required
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Employee Network Groups

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-Hawaii-Honolulu