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AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler to be based in Sacramento, CA.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Program Scheduling Lead, the Senior Scheduler is responsible for providing accurate and timely reporting of schedule data. Develop detailed construction schedules from preliminary and/or conceptual plans, develop and document basis of schedule development. Identify and document associated schedule risks. Provide extensive and detailed schedule analysis in an efficient manner, including understanding work activities and sequences. Meet required deadlines and deliverable dates. Document and communicate effectively with others.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide planning, development, scheduling, reporting, and maintenance of schedule data for California High Speed Rail (CHSR) schedules, including construction of element activities reflected in program schedules to assist with verification of duration estimates.
• Identify/correlate program schedule construction of element activities with associated CHSR design plans.
• Provide detail for CHSR construction of element activities based on CHSR design plans to reflect the duration and the basis of the duration for construction of element activities. Update schedule data and durations as necessary and as design progresses to identify the basis for construction of element durations.
• Provide periodic updates and documentation to the Program/Project Controls
• Manager of progress, schedule duration changes, and duration verification basis.
• Provide schedule assumptions and general basis for schedule development. Identify key items which may not be included in structure schedules (such as utility relocations, environmental and or seasonal restrictions, or procurements)
• Perform review and analysis of current in-progress CHSR construction schedules for correlation with future, planned CHSR construction schedules (current construction duration estimates vs. future planned construction duration estimates).
• Perform review and analysis of CHSR construction schedules for reliability, risk identification, risk review, and risk assessments.
• Provide recommendations for increased schedule reliability
• Identify longest path and critical schedule items
• Perform review and reporting tasks as required under direction of the Scheduling Manager / Program Schedule Lead
• Knowledge of principles and practices of construction Scheduling and scheduling software (P6). Program and project schedule development and management experience. Knowledge of structures construction means, methods, staging, procurements, and disciplines. This includes rail and rail systems construction, rail and roadway tunnel construction, rail and roadway bridge construction, retaining wall systems and other systems and structures associated with the operation of a railway.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS + 8 year of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to analyze and inspire innovative solutions to complex challenges
• Experience in helping to lead major programs and projects
• Ability to liaise with senior executives, officials, and officers
• Able to demonstrate a high level of organizational ability, capable of pivoting and re-prioritizing to meet changing program needs and deadlines
• Extensive scheduling and project controls experience
• Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications including Primavera P6, TILOS, Microsoft (MS) word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

Additional information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.