Senior Project Scheduler

Senior Project Scheduler

Tri-City Group is currently seeking a Senior Project Scheduler for DeKalb, IL. The Senior Project Scheduler leads project planning and scheduling efforts by developing, maintaining and analyzing project schedules. This role identifies risk, communicates project status, and supports effective planning and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead scheduling efforts across multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using industry-standard software
• Partner with Project Managers to build Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), define sequencing, and estimate durations
• Analyze construction documents and contract requirements to translate scope into actionable schedules
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and analyze critical path activities
• Perform schedule risk analysis and develop "what-if" scenarios to mitigate delays
• Review contractor schedule submittals, including baseline and updates
• Support claims analysis, including delay impacts and cost implications
• Prepare reports including schedule updates, earned value analysis (EVA), and forecasting
• Communicate schedule status, risks, and key milestones to stakeholders
• Maintain standardized scheduling processes and ensure quality control across deliverables
• Support business development efforts, client presentations, and RFP development

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of relevant scheduling experience
• Experience with Primavera P6 required
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, CPM scheduling, and delay analysis
• Ability to analyze schedules, identify the critical path, and assess project risk
• Experience with mission-critical, hyperscale, or data center construction projects (preferred)

Candidates must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex schedule data and communicate risks and impacts clearly. This includes strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.