Risk Scheduler

ASLPM; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASLPM is seeking a Risk Scheduler to analyze project timelines and mitigate scheduling risk on major rail and heavy civil infrastructure projects. This onsite role in California (Sacramento or Fresno) requires collaboration with leadership and project managers to keep programs on track.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in risk management and scheduling, a Bachelor's degree, and strong experience with MS Project/Primavera.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in risk management and scheduling on complex projects.
• Proven ability to identify scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Experience with construction/rail projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify scheduling risks and bottlenecks across projects.
• Create and maintain project schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop mitigation plans and coordinate with managers.
• Prepare risk reports for leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Risk analysis

Scheduling

MS Project

Primavera P6

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Location: Sacramento or Fresno, CA (Onsite)

Industry: Rail / Transportation

Area of Specialty: Risk Scheduling / Rail and Heavy Civil Projects

Are you an expert at analyzing project timelines and mitigating scheduling risk on complex infrastructure projects? We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Risk Scheduler to join the team.

This role is critical for ensuring the program stays on track. You will be responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating risk associated with project timelines, resources, and project variables. You'll work closely with leadership and project managers, applying strong analytical skills to anticipate potential scheduling risks and ensure project goals are met on time.

What You'll Be Doing

• Risk Analysis & Strategy: Identify potential scheduling risks and bottlenecks across the project. Analyze project timelines, dependencies, and constraints to determine areas of risk.


• Schedule Management: Create, maintain, and update project schedules to ensure timely delivery. Regularly monitor project progress to identify any deviations from the schedule plan.


• Mitigation & Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks and optimize project schedules.


• Coordination: Work closely with project managers to understand project scope and objectives. Coordinate with team leads to guarantee resource availability aligns with the project timeline.


• Reporting: Develop and maintain risk reports, tracking changes and escalating significant issues as needed. Provide risk-based reporting to leadership, including the status of risk mitigation strategies.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience & Education: Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a relevant discipline.


• Progressive Experience: 10 years of experience in risk management and scheduling or a relevant discipline.


• Role Experience: Proven experience as a scheduler, project coordinator, and/or risk manager.


• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of risk management principles and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: Certification in Project Management (PMP, PMI-RMP, or equivalent).


• Licensure: Professional Engineering License.


• Industry Focus: Proven experience in construction and risk management.