Scheduler III

Position Title: Scheduler III

O2EPCM, Inc. is a prominent award-winning experienced firm providing Professional, Technical, Consulting and Management Services in the Planning, Design, Engineering and Construction Industry to Local, State, Federal Government Agencies, Utility Companies and Private Clients. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for a variety of projects. We are seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator/Engineer to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the successful planning and execution of electrical projects.

Salary Range: $156,000 - $167,000

Location: Onsite (Los Angeles, CA)    

Type: Full-Time                                             

Employee Benefits:

• 100% paid base coverage (Health, Vision, & Dental insurance).
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick
• Paid Vacation
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program

O2EPCM, Inc. https://o2epcm.com/  

Position: Scheduler III

Salary Range: $156,000 - $167,000

Location: Onsite (Los Angeles, CA)    

Type: Full-Time

 

Synopsis
The TDIP Project Scheduler shall report to the TDIP Program Schedular. The TDIP Project Scheduler 
shall be ultimately responsible for developing and maintaining detailed construction planning 
schedules for new construction and renovation work, as required for the Terminal Development & 
Improvement Program. These schedules may incorporate several scenarios used to finalize 
construction sequencing and contracting plans. These projects may include but are not limited to: 
Airline Terminal Improvement projects, Airport Service Improvement projects, Terminal Development 
projects and Asset Renewal.
Position Description Summary

 

 

 

 

Participate as integral member of an owner’s program and project controls team, being directly 
responsible for scheduling multiple, interdependent projects of a large scale ($100m+ in value). 
Work collaboratively with other elements of the owner’s team, including project managers, 
construction managers, other controls discipline leads, and claims staff to monitor, report on, and 
negotiate issues on assigned projects. Review designer and contractor submitted schedules and 
perform analysis as needed.
Provide owner with objective assessments of schedule delays (using Time Impact Analysis or other 
means), present summary and detailed findings to owner and/or third parties as needed. Engage in 
direct discussions with contractor, as needed, to understand basis of delay claims and support 
owner’s understanding of potential liabilities for the negotiation of appropriate settlements.

Key Identifiers for the Position
•  Representing an owner, direct experience scheduling multiple, interdependent projects
•  Direct forensic scheduling experience to support claims analysis on large complex projects 
(projects of at least $200M value and 3-years or greater duration)
•  Demonstrate understanding of design and construction methodologies and project 
life-cycles

Essential Job Duties
•  Review project schedule submittals by Design and Contractor Teams

•  Perform independent analysis of submitted schedules for Owner, ensuring all schedule submittal 
meet or exceed the requirements set forth by the contracts. These independent analyses include, but 
are not limited to the review of:
o Preliminary schedules
o Baseline schedules
o Four week look ahead schedules
o Monthly schedule updates and corresponding recovery schedules/time impact analysis/time extension 
requests (as applicable)
o As-Built Project Schedules
•  Facilitate coordination on interface issues between multiple projects
•  Ensure submitted schedules follow LAWA project code and activity code structure
•  Identify, understand and apply the relevant sections of the contract to each claim
•  Performs complex schedule analysis and assists in identification of risks, interdependencies 
across projects, and claims management.
•  Assist with change order and claims disputes
•  Complete analyses of contractor’s delay claims and related time impact analyses within context 
of the contract documents and industry practice; examine the claim and actual schedule for later or 
earlier completion; identify related disruption, acceleration and recovery opportunities; and 
recommend apportionment of the delay and/or acceleration and any additional associated costs in 
accordance with applicable, accepted practices, such as AACE International issued Recommended 
Practice No. 29 Forensic Schedule Analysis (RP 29)
•  Provide reports of analyses and briefing materials as required. Develop reports that effectively 
communicate complex project sequencing and/or forensic assessments
•  As applicable to particular claims, provide observations on potential delay mitigation, related 
schedule issues, communicate to team and recommend alternatives, if any
•  Develops and implements KPI’s
•  Applies scheduling experience on large complex projects ($500+ million) throughout the project 
life cycle, including planning, design and construction
•  Contribute to the advancement of LAWA’s goals through commitment to productive collaboration 
with all stakeholders

Hardware/Software Knowledge
•
Requires advanced use of Oracle Primavera software (mastery of Primavera Project Planner Version 
6.0 or higher required), along with related software tools such as Schedule Analyzer, Microsoft
Project, Claims Digger, etc.

•  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications
•  10 years or more of scheduling experience with 5 plus years of reporting (milestones, 
interdependencies, etc.) in direct support of an active construction program covering multiple 
projects and varying project delivery methods.
•  Direct forensic scheduling experience to support claims analysis on large-scale, complex heavy 
civil, vertical and horizontal projects (projects of at least $200M value and 3-years or greater 
duration) particularly for assessment of delay claims and potential owner’s liabilities
•  Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and 
Design/Build
•  Demonstrated experience scheduling for multiple concurrent and interrelated projects
•  Ability to effectively communicate technical and schedule related information in oral and 
written form to non-expert audiences
•  Ability to work collaboratively with other subject matter experts and resources to support 
owner’s evaluation of claims
•  Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction program, contract and 
the ability to communicate progress and findings to both technical and management-level personnel
•  Prior experience in aviation and large transportation projects, is highly desirable
•  Proven accuracy, reliability and completeness in job accomplishment
Education/Training
•  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related technical field 
required
•  Relevant Professional Licensure & Certifications are strongly preferred

Element-Specific Requirements/Notes

 

 

•  May assume other duties as required/needed
•  Maybe required to work past regular work shift
•  Maybe required to work various shifts as needed
•  LAWA will provide a desktop computer that can be VPN’d into
•  Consultant MUST have a company-provided laptop computer. This is required for company business 
and to VPN into LAWA system when away from the office as necessary
•  Cell phone provided by consultant is required
•  This is NOT a work from home position

This is a salaried position based on 40 hours per week at the applicable all-in labor rate.
•  This is a Monday-Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
•  After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be 
considered part of the salary
•  Transportation to/from LAX worksite is the responsibility of the consultant