Program Scheduler - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith in

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Lı

Paid Life & AD&D

Dependent, Critical Care, Pet, Legal &

Family Planning and Parental Leave

Mass/Public Transit Program

Telemedicine and Employee Assistance

Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO

Job summary

Gresham Smith is seeking a Program Scheduler in the Transportation Market (Finance) to create and manage project schedules, track baselines, and support PMs with critical activities and forecasts. The role emphasizes strong attention to detail and independent work across multiple tasks in a collaborative, people-first culture.

You will work with Primavera P6 and Smartsheet, leveraging MS Office tools to analyze progress, update plans, and participate in meetings for schedule optimization and

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or related; equivalent experience considered.
2+ years of project scheduling experience using WBS and CPM.
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
Ability to learn Georgia Department of Transportation systems, policies, and procedures.
Understanding of firm operations, policies, and procedures, preferably in Architectural/Engineering.
Proficiency in office equipment (PCs, calculators, copiers).
MS Office applications, especially Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Project.
Experience with Primavera P6 and Smartsheet preferred.
Strong attention to detail and data entry skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

Create, monitor, and analyze project schedules aligned with project management practices.
Ensure schedule accuracy by tracking updates from project managers.
Assist PMs in monitoring progress, identifying critical activities, and reviewing forecasts.
Track baselines, perform what-if analyses, and help develop contingency plans.
Identify projects behind baseline and develop recovery schedules for PM approval.
Assist in tracking schedule status, updating spreadsheets and databases, and following up on updates.
Attend meetings to provide input on schedule structure and proposed changes.
Attend training to stay current with client and firm requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPM scheduling

WBS planning

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Associate's degree (Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management)

Tools

Primavera P6

Smartsheet

MS Project

Job description

Program Scheduler - Transportation Market (Finance)

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

United by our Core Purpose-to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities-we deliver innovative solutions for life's essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals-we're a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

An Associate's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience or training may be considered in lieu of a degree.
2 or more years of project scheduling experience using work breakdown structure and critical path method (CPM)
Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
Ability to learn Georgia Department of Transportation systems, policies, and procedures
Ability to understand firm operations, policies, and procedures, preferably within the Architectural/Engineering industry
Proficiency in office equipment (personal computers, calculators, copiers)
Skill in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Project
Experience with Primavera P6 and Smartsheet project management software preferred
Strong attention to detail, especially in data entry and communication tasks
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks without immediate or constant supervision

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit-someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Program Scheduler, you will:

Create, monitor, and analyze project schedules aligned with best project management practices
Ensure accuracy of project schedules by tracking update frequency from project managers
Assist project managers and assistants in monitoring project progress, identifying critical activities, and reviewing forecasts and progress to date
Track baselines, perform what-if analyses, and assist in developing contingency plans
Identify projects significantly behind baseline schedules and develop recovery schedules for PM approval
Assist program scheduler in tracking status of all schedules and related activities, updating spreadsheets and databases, and following up on status updates
Attend meetings with program managers and design professionals to provide input on schedule structure, activity durations, and proposed changes
Perform other duties as assigned
Attend training as appropriate to stay current with client and firm requirements

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you're excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth

In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares

93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits