Project Scheduler

Job Family:

Capital Projects & Infrastructure, Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do:
The Project Scheduler shall be responsible for providing scheduling services for client projects and will support client related construction, design/build, and architecture and engineering projects.The Project Scheduler shall be responsible for understanding all aspects of the design and construction processes to develop and review schedules and integrated master schedules. The Project Scheduler shall develop and review project management plans and provide detailed schedules, recommendations, and be able to document schedule variances. The Project Scheduler shall be able to perform time impact analysis, critical path analysis, track changes that affect the schedule, and provide input on the cost impact associated with schedule issues. Will be the primary coordinator and integrator of all schedules for the construction, fit-out, occupancy and Time impact analyses (TIAs). The project scheduler should be familiar with schedule analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and forecasting. This position description provides a baseline of areas. However, this list does not restrict performance requested on other related assignments.

The Project Scheduler will support the client in the following areas, to include but not limited to:

• Understanding of all phases in construction projects.

• Developing and maintain schedules and integrated master schedules.

• Developing project management plans.

• Developing Work Breakdown Structure and activity coding.

• Developing and/or incorporate schedule information from vendors (design, IT/AV, FF&E, security, move management, etc.) with general contractor schedule and master program schedule.

• Providing detailed analysis of project schedules, from project inception, through the design phases to construction kickoff and completion.

• Monitoring project progress and provide weekly status updates.

• Creating schedule fragments for change or what-if scenarios.

• Providing impact analysis of schedule changes, identify schedule variances and opportunities and proactively develop mitigation strategies for the Project Management team.

• Utilizing schedule reporting and analysis features such as Claim Digger and time- distributed reports.

• Coordinating meetings and briefings.

• Organizing and maintaining data in clear accurate formats.

• Preparing various planning documents/milestones including cost and execution milestones, construction schedules, furniture acquisition, alternative workspace design and construction, and change order management.

• Assisting team in gathering information and answering questions.

• Monitoring schedule deviations and variances and assist in developing corrective actions.

• Performing time impact analysis, and track changes that affect the schedule.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
  o Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET" security clearance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering; FOUR (4) years of additional construction experience in lieu of a degree.

• TEN (10) or more years scheduling experience in building construction projects.

• Must possess working knowledge of Construction processes in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

• Must be proficient in latest versions of construction project software including but not limited to the latest versions of Primavera, Microsoft Project or Suretrak.

• Knowledge of construction project process and other facilities management functional areas.

• Expert in scheduling, critical path analysis, earned value management, and using scheduling software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6 for managing tasks, collaboration, managing timelines, measuring progress, and generating reports.

• Experience producing and managing a resource/cost loaded schedule for the life cycle of a construction project from concept to engineering/design, to procurement and construction.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications of MS Outlook, Word, Access, and PowerPoint, and is skilled at performing data evaluation, formulas, and metrics in Excel.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving acumen in the area of scheduling.

• Excellent communication (verbal or writing) skills.

• Ability to handle numerous tasks.

• Government construction project experience preferred.

• Understand policies, methods, and procedures that includes advanced Planning and Scheduling techniques, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, and support of project objectives.

• Ability to work independently and interact professionally with Project Managers, team leaders, subcontractors, and the Government Customers.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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