Scheduling Consultant (Columbus, OH)

Ya-Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

YA seeks a Construction Scheduler to manage and analyze project timelines for complex data center and semiconductor builds. The role requires coordinating schedules with clients and contractors to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

Responsibilities include CPM-based analysis, document control, and detailed reporting. The ideal candidate will combine independent work with strong teamwork, delivering precise insights to minimize delays and cost overruns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field is required/preferred.
• 2-8 years of construction scheduling experience.
• PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) certification is preferred.
• Experience using CPM techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
• Experience with MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6, and ASTA Powerproject.
• Experience with builder’s risk insurance, construction claims management, and contractor management.
• Experience with data centers/semiconductors is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team toward common goals.
• Strong communication skills interfacing with stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of construction planning and scheduling, including schedules development and updates.
• Conduct forensic analysis of schedules, contemporaneous docs, and costs.
• Inspect construction project sites to evaluate progress.
• Review and organize large volumes of project docs and data.
• Perform schedule delay analysis to establish causes and claims.
• Evaluate productivity, extended general conditions, and expediting expenses.
• Assess impact of changes and delays, communicating findings.
• Monitor timelines and expenses for clients during all phases of construction.
• Prepare technical project reports from reviewed information.
• Maintain job files and deliverables.
• Interface with department staff, contractors, and clients regularly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction scheduling

CPM techniques

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering

PSP certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Oracle Primavera P6

ASTA Powerproject

Job description

Company Overview:

YA is a professional services platform providing consulting, engineering, and related services to clients around the world. Since its inception, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, and now has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, teamwork, and driving for innovation.

Planning and Construction Advisory Services (PCAS), a Business Unit of YA, specializes in pre-construction and construction consulting, including cost estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews. Known for accuracy and strategic insight, PCAS helps clients align scope, schedule, and budget from the earliest planning stages through project execution.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Participate in all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process, including the development of schedules and ongoing schedule updates.
• Conduct forensic analysis of project schedules, contemporaneous documentation, and construction costs.
• Perform inspections of construction project sites, evaluating project progress.
• Review and organize large amounts of construction project documents and data.
• Perform schedule delay analysis to establish the cause and extent of delays and to resolve construction delay claims.
• Evaluate construction productivity and progress data, extended general conditions, and expediting expenses.
• Assess the impact of project changes and schedule delays, effectively communicating findings.
• Operates on behalf of clients to monitor and manage timelines, expenses, and other factors critical to operational efficiency and cost management during all phases of construction.
• Review and synthesize relevant information to prepare technical project reports.
• Maintain job files, documentation, and other relevant deliverables.
• Interface with other department employees, contractors, and clients on a regular basis
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, in construction management, engineering or equivalent field, preferred
• 2-8 years in a construction scheduling experience.
• Holds a PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) certification, preferred.
• Experience using critical path method (CPM) techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Oracle Primavera 6, and ASTA Powerproject.
• Previous experience or exposure to builder’s risk insurance policies, construction claims management, and managing contractors.
• Experience working on data centers / semiconductors, preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team towards a common purpose.
• Strong communications skills, with the ability to interface with various stakeholders and clients.

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