Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a Project Scheduler to assume responsibility for scheduling and coordinating projects, ensuring effective delivery while minimizing the impact on Commuter Rail system maintenance and operations.
Compensation: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00
Location/Office Policy: Somerville, Massachusetts
Responsibilities of the Project Scheduler include:
• Schedule railroad/construction activities on client's property using project management software
• Assist in developing technology solutions for project and maintenance planning
• Oversee all scheduling activities for supplemental work projects
• Develop and implement project controls (cost/resource loading, earned value analysis)
• Schedule track access and outages for project tasks
• Identify critical path activities and develop phasing to meet project scope
• Maintain and update project controls in compliance with contracts
• Attend construction meetings with contractors and clients
• Generate scheduling effectiveness reports for upper management
Qualifications of the Project Scheduler include:
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders
• Proven relationship-building and cross-functional leadership abilities
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera P6)
• Demonstrated project scheduling expertise (not administrative/calendar scheduling)
• Strong problem-solving, judgment, and innovation skills
• Forward-thinking, proactive, and driven by the pursuit of excellence
• Experience in rail, transportation, or infrastructure industries preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.