Senior Scheduler (00613)

PMA Consultants; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

PMA Consultants is seeking a Senior Scheduler in the San Francisco area to lead complex schedules for major programs and enterprise initiatives. You will advise executives, enforce scheduling governance, and drive improvements across project teams, with mastery of CPM, GPM, and Primavera P6.

The role supports water and wastewater construction projects within large capital programs, performing time impact analyses and cost-loaded scheduling to support cash flow projections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field.
• 5+ years scheduling/project controls on large-scale capital projects.
• Water/wastewater construction experience preferred.
• Mastery in Primavera P6, CPM, GPM theory, and schedule forensics.
• PMI/engineering certifications (PMP, PE, CCP, PSP) strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Deep understanding of earned value, construction workflows, and industry standards.
• Experience developing standards, training materials, and continuous improvement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead schedule governance and oversight for large-scale programs and enterprise clients.
• Develop and review complex schedules and progress data with minimal supervision.
• Interpret contracts to reflect scheduling obligations and timelines.
• Prepare advanced reports, dashboards, and executive summaries for diverse audiences.
• Mentor junior schedulers and promote PMA scheduling best practices.

Skills

CPM mastery

GPM theory

Schedule forensics

Earned value understanding

Leadership & client-facing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Scheduler is a recognized expert and technical authority in project scheduling, leading the development, execution, and oversight of complex schedules for major programs, key accounts, and enterprise-level initiatives. Operating with a high degree of independence, this individual advises executive stakeholders, enforces scheduling governance, and drives strategic improvements across multiple project teams. This role requires mastery in Critical Path Method (CPM) and Graphical Path Method (GPM), advanced knowledge of Primavera P6, and deep experience in schedule forensics and delay analysis. The Senior Scheduler plays a critical leadership role in advancing PMA’s scheduling practices and ensuring excellence across all schedule deliverables.

The Senior Scheduler will support construction infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater treatment, within large capital improvement programs. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing project schedules, evaluating change orders for budget and schedule impact, and performing time impact and earned value analyses. The role involves identifying schedule risks, recommending solutions, conducting site visits, and reporting on progress. Additional duties include reviewing contractor recovery schedules, supporting cost analysis, and preparing cost-loaded schedules for cash flow projections.

Note: This opportunity is available at multiple levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, skills, and alignment with business needs. We are committed to providing fair and equitable consideration for all applicants.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Planning & Schedule Governance
• Lead schedule strategy and oversight for large-scale programs and enterprise clients.
• Develop and enforce scheduling standards, templates, and SOPs across portfolios.
• Lead integrated planning sessions involving cross-functional and executive stakeholders.
• Serve as the final reviewer for baseline schedules, schedule updates, and revisions.

• Schedule Execution & Controls
• Independently build and review complex summary- and detailed-level schedules.
• Gather progress data and update project schedules with minimal supervision.
• Interpret complex contract documents and incorporate scheduling obligations accurately.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in logic, constraints, and project sequencing.

• Schedule Analysis & Delay Claims
• Lead and develop what-if and delay/time impact analyses.
• Present schedule forensics, time entitlement assessments, and claims narratives clearly and persuasively.
• Select and apply appropriate delay analysis methodologies based on project circumstances.
• Evaluate and rebut opposing schedule analyses as needed.

• Reporting & Communication
• Analyze and report on schedule performance, risks, and trends with actionable insights.
• Identify root causes of variances and prepare recommendations for corrective actions.
• Create advanced reports, dashboards, and executive summaries tailored for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Leadership & Influence
• Mentor and support development of Schedulers.
• Promote the adoption of PMA’s scheduling best practices organization-wide.
• Support pursuit and execution of scheduling scope in new business opportunities
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a related quantitative or technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive scheduling/project controls experience, with expertise in large-scale and complex capital improvement projects.
• Experience with water/wastewater treatment construction projects preferred.
• Mastery in Primavera P6, CPM, GPM theory, and schedule forensics.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PE, CCP, or PSP are strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Deep understanding of earned value, construction workflows, and industry standards.
• Experience in developing standards, training materials, and continuous improvement strategies.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.

$128,011 - $176,054 a year

The salary range for this position is $128,011 to $176,054.

A hired employee will be placed within this salary range based on a variety of legitimate business reasons, including but not limited to the individual’s scope of relevant experience and geographic location.

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.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery.

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

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.