AECOM · 1 month ago
Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Project Planning and Scheduling Specialist III to support complex transportation projects in New York City, where the role involves leading CPM development and analysis, guiding critical path decisions, and mentoring junior scheduling staff.
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Responsibilities
Review and develop schedules for the construction of highways, bridges, and railways
Provide expert review and analysis of Contractor Critical Path Method (CPM) Progress Schedules
Provide expert review and analysis of construction schedule critical path and logic changes and milestone status
Analyze and prepare schedule fragnets and delay event timelines for construction project delays
Analyze, report on, recommend mitigation options and recommend responsibility for construction project delays
Develop and/or review Suggested Preliminary Construction Schedules during the final design stage based on the available plans, specifications and estimate provided by the project designer
Update policies, procedures, specifications of guidance related to construction scheduling and construction project management
Will use Oracle Primavera P6
Lead Scheduler on major construction projects
Train other scheduling personnel in CPM and scheduling practices
Analyze schedule data to identify key project issues
Support the development of plans and schedules for proposals
Assist in leading junior staff through assignment tasks
Assist in tracking corrective actions
Assist in the coordination of schedule input from all parts of the organization
Identify and assist in analysis of project schedule variances. Identifies and analyzes schedule variances and recommends associated corrective action
Update and produce scheduling management reports
Assist in the development and maintenance of WBS and helps insure that project coding is effectively used for all cornerstone applications
Use drawings and specifications for schedule development
Develop CPM schedule logic for engineering, procurement and construction as well as command of cornerstone scheduling system
Resource load schedule and perform remedial schedule risk analysis
Responsible for assembling data for schedule updating
Responsible for construction contracting and the scheduling implications of contract terms
Measure progress and reviews invoices of contractors
Scope control and change management and incorporate directed changes into schedule baseline
Responsible for some elements of baseline schedule and associated maintenance
Basic cost analysis and forecasting as it relates to planning and scheduling
Assists in performance measurement and associated schedule trends
Supports various levels of project reporting
Participates in and at times leads project planning and scheduling review meetings
Assists in procedure development and implementation
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Experience in Oracle Primavera P6 software
Preferred
Master's in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar
Excellent communication and writing skills
Capability to read and interpret plans relating to highway, bridge, and rail construction
Experience in creating schedules to determine contract time
Experience with construction methods for highways, bridges, and rails
Competency in reviewing construction schedules
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
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