Project Scheduler II at Michael Baker International in Alexandria, Virginia

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a talented Project Scheduler with a specialization in construction projects and program management, to help make a difference in our Rail and Transit Practice. Under limited supervision, the candidate will be engaged in collaborating with project managers, setting tasks, and monitoring the execution of project timelines. In this role they will work with others on the project team to prepare project progress and performance evaluation reports.

The person shall work from our Alexandria office. In-person office presence with the project manager is required and expected, minimum four days in-person with up to two days remote or virtual work available at the project manager's discretion. Other skills a successful candidate will possess include:

• Experience in creating CPM schedules, schedule updates and management, schedule analysis, baselines, and updates at all levels of program/project development independently or as part of an internal or external team.
• Experience in performance measurement baselines (PMBs) including development, establishing targets, monthly updates, and change control.
• Experience in schedule review and analysis.
• Experience team member in development of realistic project and integrated program schedules.
• Experience working with project managers/engineers and cost engineers/estimators in development of WBS, cost estimates, productivity, and establishing schedule parameters.
• Capable of communicating schedule and details in a formal meeting, presentation, or to contractors during pre-award and post-award sessions.
• Experience in monthly report generation. Considered an intermediate level or better in Primavera (P6).
• Coordinating project timelines with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying potential project schedule delays and facilitating intervention in a timeous manner.
• Documenting project scheduling processes and maintaining records.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field desired.
• Certification as a PMI scheduling professional (PMI-SP) considered advantageous.
• A minimum of five years' experience as a project scheduler in a related industry.
• Experience with transportation and infrastructure projects, Class I freight, rail transit clients a plus.
• Active Certification(s) from AACE International (AACEI), PMI, CMAA or similar organizations is desirable.
• Software experience in any of the following: P6, MS Project, MS Office
• Experience and understanding of Risk Management, Cost Control/Project Controls and Earned Value Management.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $94,675 to $136,686. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.Michael Baker is seeking a talented Project Scheduler with a specialization in construction projects and program management,to help make a difference in our Rail and Transit Practice. Under limited supervision, the candidate will be engaged in collaborating with project managers, setting tasks, and monitoring the execution of project timelines. In this role they will work with others on the project team to prepare project progress and performance evaluation reports.