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The Project Scheduler serves as a technical authority and lead scheduler on large, complex projects or across programs. This individual is responsible for developing and overseeing advanced schedule strategies, enforcing scheduling standards, and serving as a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders. With deep expertise in CPM and Primavera P6, this role provides thought leadership in scheduling, including claims support and forensics, and contributes to continuous improvement of scheduling practices at PMA. The Project Scheduler will play a critical role in guiding project teams through planning and execution phases, driving schedule quality and consistency across multiple efforts. This position requires an advanced understanding of operational workflows, project controls, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Develop and manage complex project schedules independently using Primavera P6.
• Lead schedule development for large capital programs or multi-project portfolios.
• Oversee integration of contract requirements and deliverables into baseline schedules.
• Facilitate interactive planning sessions with diverse, cross-functional stakeholders.
• Establish schedule standards, SOPs, and governance models for broader team adoption.
• Perform high-level progress updates, forecasting, and earned value analysis.
• Analyze schedule variances, identify root causes, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Lead review and quality control of schedule submittals across multiple projects.
• Enforce disciplined use of baselines, updates, and revisions in line with PMA standards.
• Perform or oversee what-if scenario planning and delay / time impact analysis.
• Evaluate entitlement claims, prepare defensible analysis, and provide expert recommendations.
• Interpret and communicate complex delay issues to clients and stakeholders in clear written and verbal formats.
• Select and apply appropriate delay analysis methodologies based on scenario context.
• Lead the development of executive-level schedule reports, dashboards, and narratives.
• Communicate schedule insights and recommendations to non-schedulers and executives.
• Identify critical path deviations, risk factors, and performance drivers for leadership review.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align schedule reporting with project and business objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior schedulers.
• Provide technical leadership across project teams and support internal training efforts.
• Promote the adoption of PMA scheduling best practices across accounts and regions
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Location and Commitments

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

138,300 - $172,900 a year

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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