Program Controls Senior Scheduler

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv
• Compensation: USD 160,000 - USD 200,000 - yearly

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Senior Scheduler for a critical leadership role supporting complex, multi-project programs. This position is essential to ensuring schedule integrity, alignment, and delivery across programs where precision, foresight, and strong leadership directly impact outcomes.

In this role, you will lead scheduling efforts across medium to large-scale programs, integrating multiple project schedules into a cohesive program framework while managing interdependencies, risks, and resource alignment. You will partner closely with project managers and senior leadership to guide strategic decisions, provide authoritative scheduling oversight, and ensure program objectives are met from early estimating through construction and closeout.

The Program Controls Senior Scheduler will be entrusted with the following critical responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute scheduling-related activities for medium to large-scale programs with meticulous attention to detail.
• Spearhead scheduling efforts across multiple projects within the program, ensuring strict alignment with overall program objectives and seamlessly integrating project schedules into a comprehensive program schedule.
• Identify, develop, and correlate program schedule activities with associated program plans.
• Provide periodic updates and documentation to Program Management.
• Conduct thorough analysis to identify and address interdependencies between projects, proactively mitigating risks and resolving conflicts to maintain program integrity.
• Engage in strategic collaboration with project managers to ensure optimal resource allocation and utilization, critical to program success.
• Maintain close working relationships with senior leadership to define and refine program-level objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide authoritative scheduling guidance and rigorous oversight to project controls teams, ensuring effective management of individual project elements and overall program cohesion.
• Implement and continuously monitor risk mitigation strategies, conducting regular evaluations to ensure their effectiveness and adjust as necessary.
• Facilitate clear, concise, and timely communication between project teams and stakeholders, ensuring all parties are fully informed of critical program developments.
• Deliver comprehensive and analytical updates to senior leadership on program progress, challenges, and achievements, providing strategic insights for decision-making.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus eight years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with schedule evolution from estimating through design - construction - closeout including changes.
• Experience with schedule management on transportation, water or infrastructure programs.
• Experience on review/development of Time Impact Analysis is preferable.
• Candidate should have experience in reviewing Contractor's Baseline / Update / TIA schedules.
• Candidate should have experience in developing Construction Schedule.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship assistanceis not available for this position now or in the future.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position now or in the future.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 31, 2027.

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About AECOM

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.