Senior Project Scheduler (00357) Job Listing at PMA Consultants in New York, NY (Job ID 5a31af7e-37f0-4e7d-8488-9844042f996b)

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Position Summary
PMA is currently seeking a Senior Project Scheduler for an exclusive assignment supporting the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority Construction and Development (MTAC&D). The Senior Project Scheduler will be an onsite role located in New York City.   The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and team-building skills, along with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and with full transparency, as required by the client/project. In addition, you must be knowledgeable and responsible for developing, reviewing, reporting, and supervising construction schedules. Responsibilities include:

• Develop, update, and maintain cost and resource-loaded schedules.
• Perform schedule reviews and prepare weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly schedule update analysis reports; investigate and analyze schedule impacts; and recommend corrective action plans to be taken to mitigate/avoid cost and schedule overruns.
• Monitor, review, and report to senior and executive management the schedule status of the project.
• Prepare Time Impact Analysis and review contractors' time extension requests.
• Represent the project in meetings with the owner, A/E representatives, and other contractors, as required.
• Develop “what-if” schedule scenarios, mitigation schedules, and look-ahead schedules.
• Identify schedule issues, opportunities, and corrective actions to mitigate potential delays to projects.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and/or construction management required.
• 5+ years of experience in planning and scheduling/project controls/program controls on multiple sides of the business (e.g., consultant, owner, owner rep, contract/architect, contractor, engineer) required.
• Rail experience preferred.
• Field experience preferred.
• Experience in transportation programs preferred.
• Proficient using Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the preparation and development of resource-loaded design and construction schedules using the Critical Path Method (CPM) required.
• Relevant construction scheduling experience in planning, scheduling, expediting, maintaining, and reporting the progress/status of work required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills required.
• Understanding of construction and construction means and methods required.
• Must be an excellent multi-tasker, detail-orientated, independent self-starter with good writing skills who can communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

$160,000 - $190,000 a year The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $190,000.  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. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.”    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.  

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