Program Scheduler (00369)

Position Summary

PMA is currently seeking a Program Scheduler for an exclusive assignment supporting the $8.5 billion 7-year NYC Borough-Based Jail System Program. The Program Scheduler will be located in the PMO office in New York City (Manhattan).

As a Program Scheduler, it is essential you possess excellent communication and team-building skills. You must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively, with full transparency, as required by the Client/Program. In addition, you must be knowledgeable and responsible for developing, reviewing, reporting, and supervising construction schedules and master program schedules for high-rise facilities, preferably with experience in detention facilities.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, update, and maintain the master program schedule (cost and resource loaded).
• Perform schedule reviews, prepare 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 the project master program schedule status to the executive management team.
• Prepare, discuss, and present materials related to the program master schedule 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 analyses.
• Identify schedule issues, opportunities, and corrective actions to mitigate potential delays to projects.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in engineering and/or construction management required.
• 12 – 15 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.
• Experience with Earned Value Management & reporting required.
• Experience in claims defense & prevention required.
• Field experience required.
• BIM and risk analysis knowledge a plus.
• Must have experience in institutional/high-rise building construction, preferably experience in detention facilities.
• Experience in the construction sequence of high-rise buildings is essential.
• Proficient in using Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience in both project and program-level collaboration and reporting.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the preparation and development of resource-loaded design and construction schedules using the Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Relevant construction scheduling experience in planning, scheduling, expediting, maintaining, and reporting the progress/status of work.
• Proven ability to conduct meetings internally with the scheduling team and with the Client.
• Understanding of construction and construction means and methods.
• Must have Time Impact Analysis (TIA) expertise.

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.

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