Position Summary
PMA is currently seeking a highly motivated Scheduler for an exclusive assignment with the NYC Borough-Based Jail System Program. The scheduler will be an onsite position in the New York, New York program office with occasional travel to other facilities as needed. The $16 billion NYC Borough-Based Jail System Program encompasses the procurement, programming, design, and construction of four new borough-based jails. This program is managed by the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC). The Scheduler plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of day-to-day operational activities by managing the scheduling of resources, personnel, and tasks.
This position is responsible for managing two facility projects. The Scheduler must have excellent communication and team-building skills, as well as the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and with full transparency, as required by the Client/Project. Additionally, the Scheduler will be responsible for developing, reviewing, reporting, and supervising construction schedules for high-rise facilities.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform schedule reviews, prepare bi-weekly and monthly schedule update analysis reports, investigate and produce Progress Reviews:
- Review schedule logic, sequencing, and constraints.
- Review float assigned to activities in the schedule.
- Review cost, resources, and earned value.
- Review Critical/Longest Path(s) & Near-Critical Path(s).
- Analyze schedule impacts and recommend corrective action plan to mitigate/avoid cost and schedule overruns.
- Develop, update, and maintain schedules (cost and resource-loaded).
- Monitor, review, and report to the Program Scheduler, Senior, and Executive Management the schedule status of the project.
- Present project in meetings with the owner, A/E representatives, and other Contractors, as required.
- Develop “What-If” schedule scenarios, mitigation schedules, look-ahead schedules, and time impact analysis.
- Complete delay analysis: assessment and evaluation of all delays analysis/DB’s claims.
- Identify schedule issues, opportunities, and corrective actions to mitigate potential delays to projects.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in architecture, engineering and/or construction management required.
- 10-15 years of experience in planning and scheduling/project controls; experience on multiple sides of the business (e.g., consultant, owner, owner representative, architect, contractor, engineer) required.
- Field experience is required.
- Experience in institutional and vertical (high-rise) construction required, with a preference for detention facility projects.
- Thorough understanding of vertical construction processes, including construction methods and best practices required.
- Ability to conduct regular on-site walk-throughs required.
- Ability to clearly communicate the details and intricacies of the ongoing vertical construction to the Client required.
- Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the preparation, development of resource loaded design and construction schedules using 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 Earned Value Analysis required.
- Must have Time Impact Analysis (TIA) expertise.
$145,600 - $166,400 a yearThe salary range for this position is $145,600 - $166,400. 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.
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