Project Scheduler / Project Controls Specialist

One of our large Federal Contracting clients has an opening for a Senior Project Scheduler / Project Controls Specialist who can support their federal construction work, particularly projects with USACE (United States Army Corps of Engineers) and NAVFAC (Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command).  The ideal candidate will have completed multiple USACE, NAVFAC, or DoD projects, have strong claims/change-management scheduling experience.    Any certifications (AACE, PSP, PMI-SP, PMP, etc.) are a plus but not required.

Position Requirements:

• 5+ years of construction scheduling/project controls experience

• 3+ years of advanced Oracle Primavera P6 experience

• Experience developing CPM schedules from plans, specifications, procurement requirements, and the project execution strategy

• At least three previous construction schedules for projects of similar size and complexity using Primavera P6

• Strong understanding of CPM/PDM logic, critical path, float, constraints, calendars, and schedule health

• Federal construction experience, preferably USACE, NAVFAC, DoD, or similar agencies

• Experience with cost-loaded schedules

• Ability to develop and manage baseline schedules, monthly updates, look-ahead schedules, recovery schedules, and schedule narratives

• Experience performing Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), fragnet development, delay analysis, and modification impact evaluations

• Ability to integrate design, submittals, Government review periods, procurement, long-lead equipment, construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout into the CPM schedule

• Experience with USACE RMS/QCS and SDEF integration would be a significant advantage

• Ability to work directly with PMs, Superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, and Government personnel to obtain and validate schedule information

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain schedule impacts and risks to both field personnel and senior management

A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline would be preferred, but would not exclude a strong candidate based solely on degree requirements if they have substantial relevant federal construction scheduling experience.