Master Scheduler - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Procon seeks an experienced Master Scheduler to develop, maintain, and manage the Integrated Program Schedule (IPS) while providing independent schedule analysis across multiple projects, contractors, regulatory activities, stakeholder actions, and program interfaces in the Las Vegas, NV area.

The Master Scheduler will be responsible for maintaining a reliable and comprehensive program forecast that integrates design, procurement, construction, commissioning, occupancy, security, closeout, and

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional scheduling experience.
• 5+ years leading scheduling efforts on large, complex programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6.
• Strong expertise in CPM scheduling, schedule analysis, forecasting, and schedule controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Integrated Program Schedule (IPS).
• Integrate multiple project and contractor schedules into a comprehensive program-level schedule.
• Analyze schedule performance, progress, trends, and forecasted outcomes.
• Identify and monitor critical paths, schedule constraints, milestones, and cross-project dependencies.
• Conduct schedule reviews and quality assessments to verify accuracy, logic, and completeness.
• Support schedule risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies to address potential delays.
• Prepare executive-level schedule reports, dashboards, presentations, and milestone updates.
• Support change management, claims avoidance, schedule impact analysis, and recovery planning.
• Mentor project schedulers and establish consistent program-wide scheduling standards and best practices

Skills

CPM scheduling

Schedule analysis

Forecasting

Critical Path Method

Lead scheduling teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent experience

PMI-SP or PMP or PSP certification

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon seeks an experienced Master Scheduler to develop, maintain, and manage the Integrated Program Schedule (IPS) while providing independent schedule analysis across multiple projects, contractors, regulatory activities, stakeholder actions, and program interfaces in the Las Vegas, NV area.

The Master Scheduler will be responsible for maintaining a reliable and comprehensive program forecast that integrates design, procurement, construction, commissioning, occupancy, security, closeout, and operational dependencies. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 12 years of professional scheduling experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading scheduling efforts on large, complex programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6.
• Strong expertise in Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, schedule analysis, forecasting, and schedule controls.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NACI/Top Secret security clearance to satisfy project-specific site access and badging requirements
• PSP, PMI-SP, PMP, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Experience supporting complex federal, mission-critical, or large-scale capital programs preferred.
• Experience performing Monte Carlo schedule risk analysis preferred.
• Familiarity with commissioning, accreditation, turnover, and operational readiness schedules preferred

Responsibilities And Duties

• Develop and maintain the Integrated Program Schedule (IPS).
• Integrate multiple project and contractor schedules into a comprehensive program-level schedule.
• Analyze schedule performance, progress, trends, and forecasted outcomes.
• Identify and monitor critical paths, schedule constraints, milestones, and cross-project dependencies.
• Conduct schedule reviews and quality assessments to verify accuracy, logic, and completeness.
• Support schedule risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies to address potential delays.
• Prepare executive-level schedule reports, dashboards, presentations, and milestone updates.
• Support change management, claims avoidance, schedule impact analysis, and recovery planning.
• Mentor project schedulers and establish consistent program-wide scheduling standards and best practices

Physical Requirements

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.