Project Controls Scheduling Specialist (00542) at PMA Consultants – Chicago, Illinois

Scheduling & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain detailed CPM schedules using Primavera P6, including logic, sequencing, durations, milestones, constraints, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
• Own and manage baseline schedules and support ongoing schedule updates and revisions
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks, delays, and mitigation strategies
• Conduct Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and support schedule change control processes
• Perform schedule QA/QC to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with program objectives
• Support resource-loaded schedules and integrated cost-schedule planning and analysis
• Coordinate and lead schedule update meetings with project teams and stakeholders
• Review contractor and subcontractor schedules and provide feedback to ensure compliance and alignment
• Collaborate within project teams to develop and maintain network schedules using advanced scheduling techniques

• Develop and deliver schedule reports, dashboards, and executive summaries
• Perform earned value analysis (EVA) and track project performance metrics
• Prepare variance analyses and provide insights into project performance trends
• Produce look-ahead schedules, critical path reports, and schedule narratives
• Assess schedule performance and provide recommendations based on data-driven analysis
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reports to support project leadership

• Support cost tracking and forecasting efforts in coordination with project teams
• Incorporate progress data into schedule updates and integrated cost-schedule reporting
• Assist with cost-schedule integration and performance analysis
• Support change management processes and evaluate schedule impacts of scope changes

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project schedules and milestones
• Coordinate across multiple departments to support integrated project delivery
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to drive schedule updates and decision-making
• Support client engagements and program assignments across multiple industries, including utility infrastructure projects such as transmission, distribution, and substations

• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes, tools, and reporting
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of scheduling tools and methodologies
• Support knowledge sharing and provide guidance to junior team members as needed
• Apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to project challenges

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required
• A Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field may be considered in lieu of some years of experience
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or construction project support
• Strong experience with Primavera P6
• Proven experience developing and managing CPM schedules, including critical path analysis and network schedule development
• Experience with earned value management (EVM), schedule performance assessment, and reporting
• Experience with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and resource-loaded scheduling
• Experience supporting cost-schedule integration and change control processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project controls tools
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PSP are a plus
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered