Senior Scheduling Consultant

Ya-Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

YA is seeking a Senior Scheduling Consultant in New York City to independently develop, update, and analyze construction schedules across multiple projects, assess field progress, evaluate project documentation and schedule data, communicate findings to stakeholders, and support resolution of schedule impacts and delay-related issues.

This onsite role requires sound judgment and strong client communication, with the ability to work both independently and with a team across offices and project

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in a construction scheduling role.
• PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) certification required.
• Experience using CPM techniques to analyze schedules.
• Proficient with scheduling tools: MS Project, Primavera P6, ASTA PowerProject.
• Willingness to travel 25–35% to project sites and client offices.
• Strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain construction schedules, including regular updates and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform site inspections to evaluate progress and confirm schedule status.
• Conduct forensic review of schedules and contemporaneous project documentation (including costs, productivity data, and relevant records).
• Perform delay analysis to determine the cause, extent, and impact of delays; support resolution of delay claims.
• Assess change impacts, extended general conditions, expediting expenses, and related schedule/cost implications; communicate conclusions clearly.
• Prepare clear technical reports and deliverables for clients and internal teams.
• Maintain organized job files, documentation, and project records.
• Coordinate regularly with internal staff, contractors, and clients.

Skills

Scheduling expertise

Client communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Oracle Primavera P6

ASTA Powerproject

Job description

Summary

As a Senior Scheduling Consultant, you will independently develop, update, and analyze construction schedules across multiple projects. You will assess field progress, evaluate project documentation and schedule data, communicate findings to stakeholders, and support resolution of schedule impacts and delay-related issues. This role requires sound judgment, strong client communication, and comfort working both independently and collaboratively.

This is an onsite position in New York City, NY.

Company Overview

YA is a professional services platform providing consulting, engineering, and related services to clients worldwide. YA has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions and now includes 700+ professionals committed to excellence, teamwork, and innovation.

Planning and Construction Advisory Services (PCAS), a business unit of YA, provides pre-construction and construction consulting services including cost estimating, scheduling, and constructability reviews. PCAS helps clients align scope, schedule, and budget from early planning through execution.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain construction schedules, including regular updates and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform site inspections to evaluate progress and confirm schedule status.
• Conduct forensic review of schedules and contemporaneous project documentation (including costs, productivity data, and relevant records).
• Perform delay analysis to determine the cause, extent, and impact of delays; support resolution of delay claims.
• Assess change impacts, extended general conditions, expediting expenses, and related schedule/cost implications; communicate conclusions clearly.
• Prepare clear technical reports and deliverables for clients and internal teams.
• Maintain organized job files, documentation, and project records.
• Coordinate regularly with internal staff, contractors, and clients.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field.
• 5-7 years in a construction scheduling experience.
• Holds a PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) certification.
• 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.
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites and client offices (approx. 25-35%).
• 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.

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, post job opportunities on Craigslist 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 a @yagroup.com domain name.

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