Lead Scheduler

Job Description

Overview 

We are seeking a Lead Scheduler to join our team in Austin, TX.

Our data center team is growing! If you want to be a part of a successful global organization and have at least 5 - 15 years of planning and scheduling experience in large-to-mega-sized construction projects, we would like to connect with you! As a Senior Scheduler, you will develop schedules for specific disciplines relating to large and megasize capital construction projects, and/or be responsible for development and management of project integrated schedules. Candidates with experience in Data Center projects are preferred. This is a full-time position with AtkinsRéalis that comes with the opportunity to prove your true potential, provide expert services on world class projects, collaborate and grow with professional services experts, and receive an attractive compensation package with robust benefits. This role will be based at one of our center of excellence hubs in Austin, TX; New Albany, OH; or Indianapolis, IN.

Your role 

• Support the project team and stakeholders in developing and managing schedules for successful project delivery.

• Work directly with schedulers from various general contractors and design-build teams to monitor schedule risk.

• Maintain overall milestone program and ensure milestone definitions are written and agreed upon by stakeholders.

• Coordinate scope with project team/trades on-site.

• Create detailed schedules (pull-plans) that support project milestones.

• Determine reasonable schedule logic and constraints based on discussions with task owners and/or teams.

• Evaluate critical and near critical path activity sequencing and facilitate review sessions with all stakeholders.

• Create schedule reports and analyze indicators created in accordance with the project execution plan.

• Identify major milestones, critical approvals, and long lead procurement items.

• Assess actual progress based on site inspections and validate the contractors’ approach to measuring and reporting against the schedule.

• Identify schedule changes, gaps, and trends while proactively working through issues with stakeholders.

• Monitor and report schedule deliverables.

• Conduct schedule review meetings with the customer/stakeholders.

• Communicate and present schedule status to multiple stakeholders and support negative float resolution.

• Suggest corrective actions and/or develop recovery plans when delays are anticipated or occur.

• Understand the integration points of multiple projects and ensure that the schedules support each other.

• Prepare and present a consolidated progress report of the project to program/senior management.

• Provide what-if schedules for projects as needed.

• Provide lessons learned throughout the project.

About you 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related experience.

• 5-15+ years of scheduling experience in large to mega-sized construction projects.

• Candidate with a background in data center/mission critical, pharmaceutical, heavy industrial, hi-tech manufacturing, or electrical systems is preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of Primavera with understanding of typical construction sequencing and logic for large construction project’s lifecycle.

• Schedule management experience in the development of project schedules and integrating multiple schedules.

• Experience in a leadership role makes an outstanding candidate. 

• Understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Proficiency in Primavera scheduling products (P6) and report preparation skills. 

• AACE, PMI, RICS or CMAA certification is preferred.

• Must be able to problem solve by coordinating calls with stakeholders, gaining alignment, etc.

• Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving and be willing to be a “doer”, as needed.

• Strong decision-making abilities.

• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.

Rewards & benefits 

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. 

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.  

About AtkinsRéalis 

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. 

Find out more.  

Additional information 

Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $185,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location. 

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability 

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here. 

  

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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