Senior Construction Delay Analyst & Forensic Scheduler

Secretariat; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat is seeking a skilled Construction Delay Analyst to join our Delay Team in Houston. You will conduct delay analyses, manage scheduling tasks, and prepare expert reports for high-stakes construction projects worldwide.

This role requires 3+ years in scheduling or cost controls, strong analytical ability, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project. Travel up to 15% and collaboration with engineers, schedulers, and accountants are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building construction, engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years’ experience in construction project management, scheduling, or cost controls.
• Ability to travel as needed (generally under 15%).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship in the future.

Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling and Delay Analysis.
• Knowledge of project scheduling using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of various types of delay analyses.
• Experience in performing forensic delay analyses.
• Experience in drafting expert reports and client presentations.
• Review technical and non-technical documentation to identify issues.
• Review large datasets to identify trends and anomalies.
• Experience in presenting findings clearly and concisely.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Skills

Delay analysis

Scheduling

Forensic analysis

Project management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in building construction/engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Secretariat is seeking a skilled Construction Delay Analyst to join our Delay Team in Houston. You will conduct delay analyses, manage scheduling tasks, and prepare expert reports for high-stakes construction projects worldwide.

This role requires 3+ years in scheduling or cost controls, strong analytical ability, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project. Travel up to 15% and collaboration with engineers, schedulers, and accountants are expected.