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Company Description

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global $150M professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries. Our brand purpose is to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do, continuously learn, and take pride in your work.

Job Description

The Senior Scheduler will assist their assigned manager with execution of assigned tasks, production of on time and high-quality work product, and coordination with other team members as assigned or requested. The Senior Scheduler is responsible for independent creation of technical work product as a single contributor and for supporting the success of their entire assigned practice area as the highest priority, regardless of any assigned subpractice area focus, or specific client engagement or relationship. In any activities, the Senior Scheduler will perform assigned tasks in a manner that models the Company’s core values and inspires and encourages goal achievement through empowerment, learning, and creativity among the team.

Core Responsibilities

Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members

Vertex is seeking a Senior Scheduler with CPM Scheduling and/or construction field experience to join our team.

This is an interesting and rewarding position working with our senior staff and interfacing with clients, developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6 and reporting progress and any potential issues to the client. Additional tasks include analysis of construction claims issues, schedule delay analysis, and assistance with the preparation of expert reports and graphics.

• Work closely with the Client Project Team to develop, maintain and manage multiple project schedules; to include periodic tracking and status updates
• Reviewing project documents including drawings and specifications
• Assist in the creation of comprehensive schedules, utilizing Critical Path Methodology (CPM), resource and cost loading as necessary
• Review critical path, cost loading, schedule content, use of relationships and lag, constraints and milestones
• Construction claims analysis including as-built schedule preparation, schedule analysis, document review and organization, key issue analysis, graphic exhibits and input to expert reports
• Responsible for supporting assigned manager in meeting or exceeding the defined annual budget for the entire practice area (including proactive creation of work product to meet or exceed defined utilization targets, oversight of execution of profitable technical assignments, and communication with clients as assigned or requested)
• Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to provide technical work product review, and monitor own progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self is consistently high quality
• Support assigned manager in monitoring of all relevant data related to own performance such as individual utilization rate vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc.
• Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership
• Conduct own behavior in a “lead by example” manner, with emphasis on positivity
• Manage own tasks within assigned projects in support of meeting defined objectives and key results (OKRs).
• Travel, as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs.
• Perform quality control of all assigned service delivery and self-generated work product, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality
• Provide feedback to project team leader in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation of any client, or technical or operational challenges

Operations

• Be aware of and perform own tasks in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
• Conduct self and prioritize tasks to work toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects
• Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (support staff assignments of self) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
• Complete daily tasks consistent with contract requirements and proactively alert assigned manager to any potential challenges or issues
• Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
• Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for all individual work product
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience.
• Detailed understanding of CPM (Critical Path Method) concepts
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 required
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and communication skills
• Field construction experience is a must
• Committed to quality, integrity and an ability to work both independently and with teams
• Travel as required to fulfill position and project responsibilities
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with superiors, co-workers, clients, and subcontractors
• Ability to work in a consultant setting - tracking your time and monitoring activities against a budget
• Must be able to perform complex tasks and handle multiple priorities and can perform exceptionally under tight deadlines.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in providing reliable work product review as assigned
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers and Supervisors, and clients, subcontractors, and vendors as assigned
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated self-awareness and flexibility in working with a variety of personalities and work styles (colleagues, clients, Assigned Managing Director(s))
• Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions
• Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required

Additional Information

At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package designed to reward performance and support long-term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a performance-based discretionary bonus program. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life.

At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire, and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long-term opportunity.

The salary ranges for this role are as follows:
$146,000 - $348,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier AA - Sample Locations: NY Metro, San Franscisco, San Jose, Seattle)
$134,000 - $322,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria)
$123,000 - $295,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations - Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland)

$112,000 - $268,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier C - Sample Locations - Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Miami)
$107,000 - $255,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier D - Sample Locations - Mississippi, Mobile AL, Bowling Green KY, Tulsa)

Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part-time employees).

At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

Please note that The Vertex Companies employs a fully staffed recruiting team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.