Risk Scheduler (Rail/Transit Projects)

Risk Scheduler (Rail/Transit Projects)

AECOM is seeking a Risk Scheduler to be based in Sacramento, CA. The Risk Scheduler is responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating risk associated with project timelines, resources, and other project variables. This role requires strong analytical skills to anticipate and address potential scheduling risks while working closely with project managers, leadership, and teams to ensure that schedules are optimized, risk are minimized, and project goals are met on time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Identify potential scheduling risks and bottlenecks across the project
• Analyze project timelines, dependencies, and constraints to determine areas of risk
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks and optimize project schedules
• Create, maintain and update project schedules to ensure timely delivery
• Work closely with project managers to understand project scope and objectives
• Coordinate with team leads to guarantee resource availability aligns with the project timeline
• Regularly monitor project progress to identify any deviations from the schedule plan
• Provide risk-based reporting to leadership, including status of risk mitigation strategies
• Develop and maintain risk reports, tracking changes and escalating significant issues as needed

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PMI-RMP, or equivalent)
• Professional Engineering License
• Proven experience in construction and risk management

Additional Information:

• Travel may be required for this role
• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future

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AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.