Senior Program Controls Scheduler Lead

AECOM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Scheduling Manager to lead scheduling across multi-project programs, ensuring schedule integrity and timely delivery. The role partners with project managers and senior leadership to guide decisions from estimating through construction and closeout, within a global transportation-focused program portfolio.

The candidate will mentor teams, manage interdependencies, and drive resource alignment to meet program objectives in a complex, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Preferred: 12 years of related experience.
• Experience with schedule management on transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure programs.
• Experience with schedule evolution from estimating through design - construction - closeout including changes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling activities for medium to large-scale programs with meticulous attention to detail.
• Lead scheduling across multiple projects within the program, integrating project schedules into a comprehensive program schedule.
• Identify interdependencies, proactively mitigate risks and resolve conflicts to maintain program integrity.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure optimal resource allocation and utilization.
• Engage senior leadership to define and refine program-level objectives and alignment with goals.
• Provide scheduling guidance and oversight to project controls teams.
• Implement and monitor risk mitigation strategies and adjust as needed.
• Facilitate clear, timely communication between project teams and stakeholders.
• Deliver updates to senior leadership on progress, challenges, and achievements.

Skills

Scheduling

Program management

Leadership

Risk analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree + 8 years experience

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Scheduling Manager to lead scheduling across multi-project programs, ensuring schedule integrity and timely delivery. The role partners with project managers and senior leadership to guide decisions from estimating through construction and closeout, within a global transportation-focused program portfolio.

The candidate will mentor teams, manage interdependencies, and drive resource alignment to meet program objectives in a complex, on-site environment.