Senior Scheduling Consultant

YA Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services platform is seeking a Senior Scheduling Consultant in Phoenix, AZ. This onsite role focuses on leading construction planning and scheduling across projects, including forensic analysis and progress evaluation. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering and have at least five years of experience, especially with CPM techniques and Oracle Primavera P6. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. This position offers a chance to apply significant judgment in managing project timelines and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a professional work environment.
• Experience presenting schedule status and risks to executive-level stakeholders.
• Previous onsite construction experience, ideally on high-tech or large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process.
• Conduct forensic analysis of project schedules and construction costs.
• Evaluate project progress and perform schedule delay analysis.
• Monitor and manage timelines and expenses for operational efficiency.
• Prepare technical project reports.

Skills

Critical path method (CPM) techniques

Oracle Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

ASTA Powerproject

Technical writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field

Job description

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.

Fraudulent Recruitment Alert:

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