Senior Project Scheduler - Aviation

STV Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 98,010 - 130,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (16 days)

Paid Holidays (8 days)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services firm is seeking a Project Scheduler with extensive experience to join their team onsite in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain comprehensive schedules for multiple, interdependent aviation projects valued at $100M+. Responsibilities include reviewing contractor schedules, performing forensic analyses on delays, and collaborating with project and construction managers. This full-time role requires expertise in Oracle Primavera software and successful communication with both technical and management personnel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of scheduling experience with 5 years in construction projects.
• Direct forensic scheduling experience on projects of at least $200M.
• Experience in aviation and large transportation projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction planning schedules.
• Review designer and contractor schedules and perform analyses.
• Engage in discussions with contractors regarding delay claims.

Skills

Forensic scheduling

Advanced Oracle Primavera

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Oracle Primavera

Microsoft Project

Claims Digger

Job description

The TDIP Scheduler shall report to the TDIP Project Controls Manager. The TDIP Scheduler shall be ultimately responsible to develop and maintain detailed construction planning schedules for new construction and renovation work, as required for the Terminal Development & Improvement Program. These schedules may incorporate several scenarios used to finalize construction sequencing and contracting plans. These projects may include but are not limited to: Airline Terminal Improvement projects, Airport Service Improvement projects, Terminal Development projects and Asset Renewal.**Position Description Summary**Participate as integral member of an owner’s program and project controls team, being directly responsible for scheduling multiple, interdependent projects of a large scale ($100m+ in value). Work collaboratively with other elements of the owner’s team, including project managers, construction managers, other controls discipline leads, and claims staff to monitor, report on, and negotiate issues on assigned projects. Review designer and contractor submitted schedules and perform analysis as needed.Provide owner with objective assessments of schedule delays (using Time Impact Analysis or other means), present summary and detailed findings to owner and/or third parties as needed. Engage in direct discussions with contractor, as needed, to understand basis of delay claims and support owner’s understanding of potential liabilities for the negotiation of appropriate settlements.**Key Identifiers for the Position*** Representing an owner, direct experience scheduling multiple, interdependent projects* Direct forensic scheduling experience to support claims analysis on large complex projects (projects of at least $200M value and 3-years or greater duration)* Demonstrate understanding of design and construction methodologies and project life-cycles**Essential Job Duties*** Review project schedule submittals by Design and Contractor Teams* Perform independent analysis of submitted schedules for Owner, ensuring all schedule submittal meet or exceed the requirements set forth by the contracts. These independent analyses include, but are not limited to the review of: + Preliminary schedules + Baseline schedules + Four week look ahead schedules + Monthly schedule updates and corresponding recovery schedules/time impact analysis/time extension requests (as applicable) + As-Built Project Schedules* Facilitate coordination on interface issues between multiple projects* Ensure submitted schedules follow LAWA project code and activity code structure* Identify, understand and apply the relevant sections of the contract to each claim* Assist with change order and claims disputes* Complete analyses of contractor’s delay claims and related time impact analyses within context of the contract documents and industry practice; examine the claim and actual schedule for later or earlier completion; identify related disruption, acceleration and recovery opportunities; and recommend apportionment of the delay and/or acceleration and any additional associated costs in accordance with applicable, accepted practices, such as AACE International issued Recommended Practice No. 29 Forensic Schedule Analysis (RP 29)* Provide reports of analyses and briefing materials as required. Develop reports that effectively communicate complex project sequencing and/or forensic assessments* As applicable to particular claims, provide observations on potential delay mitigation, related schedule issues, communicate to team and recommend alternatives, if any* Contribute to the advancement of LAWA’s goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders**Hardware/Software Knowledge*** Requires advanced use of Oracle Primavera software (mastery of Primavera Project Planner Version 6.0 or higher required), along with related software tools such as Schedule Analyzer, Microsoft Project, Claims Digger, etc.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam**Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications*** 10 years or more of scheduling experience with 5 plus years in direct support of an active construction project* Direct forensic scheduling experience to support claims analysis on large-scale, complex heavy civil, vertical and horizontal projects (projects of at least $200M value and 3-years or greater duration) particularly for assessment of delay claims and potential owner’s liabilities* Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build* Demonstrated experience scheduling for multiple concurrent and interrelated projects* Ability to effectively communicate technical and schedule related information in oral and written form to non-expert audiences.* Ability to work collaboratively with other subject matter experts and resources to support owner’s evaluation of claims* Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction program, contract and the ability to communicate progress and findings to both technical and management-level personnel* Prior experience in aviation and large transportation projects, is highly desirable* Proven accuracy, reliability and completeness in job accomplishment**Education/Training*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related technical field required* Relevant Professional Licensure & Certifications are strongly preferred**Element-Specific Requirements/Notes*** May assume other duties as required/needed* Maybe required to work past regular work shift* Maybe required to work various shifts as needed* LAWA will provide a desktop computer that can be VPN’d into.* Consultant MUST have a company-provided laptop computer. This is required for company business and to VPN into LAWA system when away from the office as necessary* Cell phone provided by consultant is required* This is NOT a work from home position* This is a salaried position based on 40 hours per week at the applicable all-in labor rate* This is a Monday-Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX* After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be considered part of the salary* Transportation to/from LAX worksite is the responsibility of the consultant.Compensation Range:$98,010.59 - $130,680.78STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (16 days) • Paid Holidays (8 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society MembershipsSTV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.**STV** is seeking a **Project Scheduler - Aviation** to join our PM/CM group to support one of our aviation clients **onsite** in **Los Angeles, CA.**STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,300 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities.