Scheduling Consultant (On-Site)

Socket.dev; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Career growth

Competitive salaries

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k match

Job summary

YA is seeking a Scheduling Consultant for a full-time, on-site role in Dallas, TX. The candidate will develop and maintain CPM schedules using Primavera P6 and ASTA Powerproject, coordinating with project teams to ensure schedule integrity across design, procurement, construction and turnover.

Ideal applicants have 2–4 years in scheduling, data-center project experience, and strong communication. Relocation within 300 miles may be required; on-site five days a week with field walks and active

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years of scheduling or related field experience.
• Experience with data centers is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Proven experience scheduling large-scale data center or mission-critical projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and strong MS Office skills.
• Knowledge of CPM techniques for construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Collect and validate schedule data from project managers and stakeholders and update the schedule.
• Establish and maintain baselines, monitor performance, and identify variances.
• Build cost- and resource-loaded schedules, support earned value, and generate reports.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages with narratives and KPI summaries.
• Develop detailed CPM schedules for proposals and active projects.
• Perform network logic analysis to validate sequencing and critical path.
• Conduct what-if analyses to evaluate risks and recovery options.
• Facilitate schedule coordination meetings with teams and contractors.
• Support pull planning to align sequencing and commissioning.
• Present data-driven schedule insights to executives.

Skills

Primavera P6

CPM analysis

Communication

MS Office

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

ASTA Powerproject

Primavera P6

Job description

Summary:

We’re seeking a full-time, onsite Scheduling Consultant to support a large-scale data center project. This role requires scheduling expertise with Primavera P6 to develop, maintain, and analyze cost- and resource-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules. The Scheduler will provide accurate planning, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring alignment across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover.

The position involves close collaboration with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and owners’ representatives to maintain schedule integrity and drive project success. We value individuals who are hungry for growth, humble in their approach, and possess strong communication skills. Candidates who are inquisitive and eager to learn via on-the-job training will prosper as a successful member of our team.

Through our Scheduling opportunities, we offer the opportunity to gain valuable project management experience and to develop a specialized skill set in construction scheduling using Oracle Primavera P6 and ASTA Powerproject—two highly respected tools in the industry. We believe in selecting and retaining the right people to foster growth through challenging experiences, supportive coaching, and recognizing excellence at every level. We work to ensure hard work is acknowledged and recognized, skills are developed across all roles, and a culture of continuous learning and collaboration are actively promoted.

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 700 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.

Work Location:

• Dallas, TX
  This role is based in Dallas, TX. Candidates must be willing to relocate within a 300-mile radius for the duration of the project.
  Work will be performed in both office and active construction environments, requiring regular field walks and coordination with project teams and contractors. The position requires schedulers to be on-site five days a week. Specific project location details will be provided during the interview process.

Relocation assistance may be provided to qualified applicants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and validate schedule update data from project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and owners’ representatives, and incorporate approved updates into the schedule.
• Establish and maintain project schedule baselines in compliance with contractual requirements, monitoring performance and identifying variances.
• Build and manage cost- and resource-loaded schedules, update actuals to support earned value, and generate standard reports including critical activities, baseline deviations, earned value indices, and cash flow.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including narratives and KPI summaries for management and client review.
• Develop detailed CPM schedules from the ground up for proposals and active projects.
• Perform network logic analysis to validate sequencing, float accuracy, and critical path alignment.
• Conduct “what-if” and time-impact analyses to evaluate risks, delays, and recovery options.
• Facilitate schedule coordination meetings with internal teams, contractors, and clients to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Support planning sessions such as pull planning to align construction sequencing and commissioning requirements.
• Provide clear, data-driven schedule insights that support executive decision-making and project delivery.
• Process complex information, communicating clearly and presenting work confidently to diverse audiences.
• Assess the impact of project changes and schedule delays, effectively communicating findings (e.g. time impact analyses).
• Maintain job files, documentation, and other relevant deliverables.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience required, including scheduling or other relevant filed work
• Experience with Data Centers preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work-related experience preferred.
• Proven experience scheduling large-scale data center, mission-critical, or advanced manufacturing projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of schedule risk analysis, delay analysis, and recovery planning.
• Experience using critical path method (CPM) techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

We Offer:

• Generous PTO
• Career growth
• Competitive salaries
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k match

Fraudulent Recruitment Alert

Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message.

All official email communications regarding your application will come from [e-mail] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.

If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at [e-mail].