Senior Project Scheduler - Infrastructure (On-site in Queens)

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.  

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler to join our team to support scheduling as a project controls function on a large-scale project. The ideal individual will have a proven track record of successfully delivering construction project control services.   

This is a full-time, onsite role based at the client’s office in Jamaica, Queens, with work required onsite five days per week.

Responsibilities:  

• Develop, monitor and update owners Project Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).  
• Establish the schedule management program and deliverables to be used on large scale capital programs.  
• Interface with project stakeholders as a trusted advisor to provide guidance and recommendations for the project.  
• Prepare baseline schedules and schedule basis documents for approval by project teams.  
• Conduct schedule resource loading and leveling.  
• Consolidate contractors schedule to incorporate into IMS  
• Assess impacts to the critical path and near-critical activities and report to the project team.  
• Monitor schedule deviations and variances and assist in the developing of alternative methods for corrective action.  
• Apply EVM methodology to measure project progress  
• Review schedules with project team members on a regular basis to ensure that accurate and timely data is incorporated in the schedule.  
• Prepare and provide schedule progress reports, trending charts and schedule analysis on a periodic basis.  
• Maintain record of scope changes, trends and variances that potentially affect schedule performance.  
• Assure credibility of the information contained in the schedule.  
• Maintain liaison with client and other consultants at all projects stages.  
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Project/Program specifications:  

• Market sector experience: Rail/transportation/heavy civil experience required.
• Project/program size in dollar value:  $500 million and above.
• Software specific requirements: Primavera P6, Power BI, Excel.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work onsite at the client’s office in Jamaica, Queens, five days a week on a full-time basis.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of relevant experience in project scheduling and controls, preferably on large-scale infrastructure or capital projects.
• Proven ability to work effectively within complex matrix organizations and cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, with the ability to develop, update, and analyze detailed project schedules.
• Experience with schedule integration, resource loading, and critical path analysis.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and their application in tracking project performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for reporting and data visualization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present schedule data clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Experience working on transportation, rail, or heavy civil projects is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $140K-$170K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.  Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted