Senior Scheduling Consultant

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

YA is seeking a Senior Scheduling Consultant to lead all phases of the construction planning and scheduling process on site in Phoenix, AZ. You will conduct forensic analysis of project schedules, evaluate progress with the project team, and prepare technical reports and schedules.

This role requires independent judgment, strong CPM experience, and proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, and related scheduling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a professional work environment.
• Experience using critical path method (CPM) techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and ASTA Powerproject. Technical writing skills are a plus.
• Onsite construction experience, ideally on high-tech, large-scale or mission-critical projects.
• Experience presenting schedule status and risks to executive-level stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communications skills with diverse stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process and maintain schedules.
• Conduct forensic analysis of project schedules and contemporaneous documentation.
• Evaluate project progress with the project team and report findings.
• Perform schedule delay analysis to establish causes of delays and resolution.
• Assess productivity, costs, and changes; communicate impacts clearly.
• Monitor timelines and expenses to support operational efficiency.
• Prepare technical project reports and maintain documentation.
• Interface with contractors, clients, and internal teams regularly.

Skills

CPM experience

Independent working

Stakeholder communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

ASTA Powerproject

MS Office

Job description

Summary:

As a YA Senior Scheduling Consultant, you will be working independently to lead all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process. Senior Scheduling Consultants are responsible for performing inspections of project sites to evaluate project progress, conducting analysis of project documents and data, effectively relaying findings, and updating schedules. Senior Scheduling Consultants are expected to use a large measure of independent judgement, considering and weighing alternatives when appropriate, taking into account the financial and operational significance of the services being performed.

This is an onsite role based in Phoenix, AZ.

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.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process, including the development and maintenance of schedules throughout the project duration.
• Conduct forensic analysis of project schedules, contemporaneous documentation, and construction costs.
• Evaluate project progress with the project team.
• Perform schedule delay analysis to establish the cause and extent of delays and to resolve construction delay claims.
• Evaluate construction productivity and progress data, extended general conditions, evaluate schedule acceleration, and mitigation option.
• Assess the impact of project changes and schedule delays, effectively communicating findings.
• Operates on behalf of clients to monitor and manage timelines, expenses, and other factors critical to operational efficiency and schedule management during all phases of construction.
• Review and synthesize relevant information to prepare technical project reports.
• Maintain job files, documentation, and other relevant deliverables.
• Interface with other department employees, contractors, and clients on a regular basis
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a professional work environment.
• Experience using critical path method (CPM) techniques to analyze construction project schedules.
• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and ASTA Powerproject. Technical writing skills are a plus.
• Previous onsite construction experience. Ideally on high-tech, large scale. or mission critical projects.
• Experience presenting schedule status and risks to executive-level stakeholders.
• 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.