Scheduler (00541)

PMA Consultants LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 112,649 - 154,927; Full time

Job summary

PMA Consultants LLC is seeking a Scheduler to independently manage project schedules and provide advanced analysis, forecasting, and reporting for internal stakeholders and clients. This mid-level role requires hands-on experience with Primavera P6 and a thorough understanding of project lifecycles.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years experience in project controls and possess strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers a salary range of $112,649 to $154,927, with additional responsibilities including risk analysis and presenting schedule status reports.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in project scheduling and controls, preferably within engineering.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing schedules from general contractors.
• Understanding of construction lifecycles and design/build delivery methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Develop summary and detailed schedules for large-scale projects.
• Track progress against baseline schedules and analyze variances.

Skills

Project scheduling

Oracle Primavera P6

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel

PowerBI

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

PowerBI

Job description

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.

Organizational 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.

The salary range for this position is $112,649 to $154,927.

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.

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.