Job Application for Sr. Scheduler/Risk Manager at Luster National

About the Position

Are you ready to take on a career-defining challenge where your expertise in scheduling and risk management will directly impact major infrastructure projects? We’re looking for a Senior Scheduler/Risk Manager to join our team—someone who thrives on solving complex scheduling puzzles, mitigating risks before they become roadblocks, and ensuring large-scale programs stay on track. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of project success, leveraging cutting-edge tools like Primavera P6, Monte Carlo analysis, and forensic scheduling techniques to drive efficiency and clarity. If you have a passion for precision, a knack for problem-solving, and the leadership skills to guide stakeholders through the intricacies of project scheduling and risk assessment, we want to hear from you.

This is a full-time, onsite/hybrid position located in the greater NYC area and is anticipated to last 1+ years.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze owner/project manager and contractor prepared CPM schedules, baseline schedules, and monthly schedule updates to identify critical paths, near critical paths, milestone impacts, phasing shifts and potential trends.
Perform schedule audits on project schedules to ensure data is “risk ready.”
Analyze schedules for opportunities to reduce schedule critical path duration and recover delays by creating and analyzing what-if schedules.
Analyze contractor delay claims through the application of forensic scheduling principles for merit, quantity, concurrent delays, excusable versus inexcusable delays, compensable versus non-compensable delays, et cetera.
Continuous analysis of schedules and provision of alternatives and expected outcomes to avoid any schedule delays.
Prepare and present schedule analysis presentations.

Skills and Attributes

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Possess excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
Possess excellent collaboration skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
10+ years’ experience in risk management with CPM construction scheduling for complex civil infrastructure projects.
Experience managing large programs (e.g., $500M+) utilizing quality and risk-based thinking.
Experience working on teams for large, complex infrastructure design-build programs.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), resource planning, and cashflow management.
Experience creating and presenting technical presentations in group settings and meetings.
Experience in risk analysis techniques for CPM schedules (e.g., Monte Carlo analysis).
Strong forensic CPM scheduling skills regarding analyzing delay claims, including the use of forensic scheduling software (e.g., Acumen Fuse, Schedule Cracker, Project Analyzer, etc.)
Experience with cost and schedule Monte Carlo software programs (e.g., Primavera Risk).
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, Oracle Primavera P6 and/or Oracle Primavera Cloud.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Work, Excel, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
PMP, PMI-SP, and/or AACE PSP certification.
Expert level forensic scheduling skills, including the use of forensic scheduling software (e.g., Acumen Fuse, Schedule Cracker, Oracle Cloud Analytics, and Project Analyzer).
Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.
Knowledge of construction when working in proximity to active MTA operations.
Knowledge of MTA, MTA C&D and NYCT operations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations and industry safety standards (e.g., OSHA).
Roadway Worker Protection, OSHA, and other necessary training.

Compensation Details

The salary range listed for this role is $125k-$195k/yr. ($60-$93/hr.) The final salary offered is based on multiple factors and is thoughtfully aligned with each candidate’s level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications/licenses that have been obtained, etc.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!

Unlimited Flexible Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent/Elder Care)
Long Term Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
401(k) Plan with Guaranteed Employer Contribution
Formal Career Planning and Development Program
$2,500 Annually Towards Professional Development
Wellness Program with Monthly Wellness Stipend
Company Cell Phone or Cell Phone Plan Reimbursement
Free Personalized Meal Planning & Nutrition Support With a Registered Dietitian
Free Personal Financial Planning Services
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS

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