Scheduler

Job Description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by the mission to enhance society through a steadfast commitment to social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. As a global leader in engineering, management, and development, we navigate the complexities of rapidly changing global needs to deliver sustainable solutions that transform our clients' businesses, communities, and the opportunities for our employees. Our diverse team of experts combine innovative thinking with a wealth of experience to add value at every stage, aiming to make a positive, enduring impact on the world and improve the lives we touch every day.

We are seeking a skilled Scheduler to support the planning and delivery of a large-scale transport infrastructure program in Los Angeles. This program will play a critical role in preparing the city for a global mega event. The Scheduler will work closely with the Lead Scheduler, designers, contractors, and program managers to develop, update, and monitor project schedules across multiple workstreams.

Job Duties:

• Assist in developing construction schedules for individual projects within the program.
• Update schedules regularly as design progresses and project milestones evolve.
• Contribute to the preparation and monthly update of the Master Program Schedule (MPS).
• Ensure integration of planning, design, procurement, construction, and program milestones.
• Review designer baseline schedules, monthly updates, and earned value reports.
• Support reconciliation of Construction Contract Time Determination (CTD) schedules.
• Monitor contractor schedules and progress against planned completion and contract milestones.
• Provide scheduling input for Value Engineering (VE) studies, risk analyses, and claims (time entitlement analysis).
• Work with designers to define construction phasing and establish contract milestones.
• Prepare schedule reports including monthly updates, 6-week look-aheads, and schedule “hot lists.”
• Communicate schedule status clearly and highlight critical activities requiring attention.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in project scheduling, with at least 5 years on large-scale infrastructure projects (transport, rail, or mixed-use developments).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software (expert-level preferred). Ability to prepare cost/schedule analysis and presentations (graphic, written, and verbal).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Ability to work collaboratively within a team and meet deadlines under pressure.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance.

The expected salary for this position is $125,600 - $153,600

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.