Scheduler (00541)

Pmaconsultants; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PMA Consultants in Newark, NJ seeks a Scheduler to independently manage medium to large and complex project schedules using Primavera P6. You will provide advanced analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support internal stakeholders and client teams.

This mid-level role requires hands-on P6 experience, understanding of construction lifecycles, and the ability to mentor junior staff while delivering schedule narratives and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on project scheduling and controls.
• Advanced Primavera P6 and Excel proficiency.
• PowerBI experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience reviewing schedules from general contractors.
• Understanding of construction lifecycles and design/build delivery methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, maintenance, and status updates of project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Develop and manage summary and detailed schedules for large-scale or multiple concurrent projects.
• Interpret contract requirements and ensure proper integration of scheduling deliverables.
• Review and analyze general contractors’ cost- and resource-loaded schedules.
• Track progress against baseline schedules, identify critical paths, and analyze variances and delays.
• Develop and present schedule status reports, dashboards, and narratives for internal and client-facing audiences.
• Conduct risk identification through trend and performance analysis and recommend corrective actions or workarounds.
• Conduct what-if analyses, time impact studies, and recovery plan evaluations.
• Evaluate current scheduling procedures and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with scheduling best practices and delivery method standards, including design/build projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction professionals to gather schedule data and status updates.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and site visits to validate schedule accuracy and progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

PowerBI

Reporting tools

Job description

Overview

The Scheduler independently manages medium to large and complex project schedules and provides advanced analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support both internal stakeholders and client teams. This mid-level role requires hands‑on experience with Primavera P6, project lifecycle understanding, and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and status updates of project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Develop and manage both summary and detailed schedules for large‑scale or multiple concurrent projects.
• Interpret contract requirements and ensure proper integration of scheduling deliverables.
• Review and analyze general contractors’ cost‑ and resource‑loaded schedules.
• Track progress against baseline schedules, identify critical paths, and analyze variances and delays.
• Develop and present schedule status reports, dashboards, and narratives for internal and client‑facing audiences.
• Conduct risk identification through trend and performance analysis and recommend corrective actions or workarounds.
• Conduct what‑if analyses, time impact studies, and recovery plan evaluations.
• Evaluate current scheduling procedures and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with scheduling best practices and delivery method standards, including design/build projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction professionals to gather schedule data and status updates.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and site visits to validate schedule accuracy and progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in project scheduling and controls, preferably within the construction or engineering industries.
• Advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6, Excel, and related reporting tools.
• PowerBI experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing schedules from general contractors.
• Understanding of construction lifecycles and design/build delivery methods preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Physical: standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
• Cognitive: problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals. PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.