What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Scheduler position at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority?
Compensation Grade:
S22
Salary Range:
$116,941.00-$169,563.00
Opening Date:
March 7, 2025
Closing Date:
March 22, 2025
Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.
As a Program Scheduler you will perform project schedule development, review, reporting, forecasting, and program-level schedule integration for the Airports Authority’s capital projects and programs.Program Scheduler
Serves in the Project Controls and Management Department of the Office of Engineering. Offices are located at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Through direct personal performance and the administration of consultants and contractors, and in collaboration with the Scheduler Supervisor, analyzes, maintains, and improves project controls policies and procedures, schedule controls, and reporting in support of the planning and management of the Capital Construction Program (CCP), Capital Operating and Maintenance Investment Program (COMIP), Dulles Corridor Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Dulles Corridor Repair and Rehabilitation (R&R) Program. Performs related functions.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains, tracks, and analyzes capital program and project schedules. Utilizes Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, the Office of Engineering Project Management Information System (PMIS), and supplementary systems and software to analyze, maintain, and report project statuses, impacts, and schedule forecasting.
Supports the maintenance and updating of the Master Integrated Program Schedule (MIPS) for all programs, projects, and contracts under the purview of the Office of Engineering. Coordinates with the Office of Engineering Planning, Design, and Construction Departments to develop and maintain the MIPS.
Examines inter-project relationships and dependencies to determine completion dates, cash flow, and performance.
Monitors the execution of procedures and methodologies to be implemented by Design and Construction Departments’ contractor schedulers. Performs schedule analysis to determine project-related and program-level impacts of delays, accelerations, cancellations, and additions.
Generates cost-loaded schedules using software with drawings, specifications, and statements of work at predetermined design milestones.
Reviews contractor construction schedules and coordinates with managers on project schedules, impact, and cost issues.
Prepares recurring reports and presentations for project staff, management, and executive leadership as directed by the Scheduler Supervisor.
Prepares detailed schedule and cost reports on a daily, weekly, monthly, and as-needed basis.
Monitors consultant preparation of, detailed schedule and cost impact analyses in response to contractor claims or Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REA).
Assists in developing and maintaining project controls and management policies and procedures, ensuring office compliance for scheduling.
Prepares and maintains Scheduling Control Systems that assist Engineering and Construction supervisors with the evaluation and improvement of project execution (Progress Reports, Control Worksheets, Risk Reports, etc.).
Stays apprised of Engineering Office Planning, Design, and Construction contract development to accurately forecast project milestones.
Reviews and validates cost estimates, schedules, and other project-related documentation.
Conducts regular schedule reviews and analysis, integrating project risk factors into forecasting and providing recommendations to improve schedule performance and mitigate risks.
Develops and applies construction project schedule control, and schedule performance measurement and assessment systems to assist in achieving goals and resolving progress and cost issues.
Stays informed of design and construction project management techniques, construction industry costs and trends, and economic factors.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Seven years of progressively responsible experience in construction project scheduling, project management, and project controls. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of engineering, architecture, and commercial-industrial construction project management and project controls.
Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering/architectural design industry and project management practices and construction project safety requirements to assess the status of and help ensure that project activities are within budget and consistent with safety requirements, industry standards, and contract specifications.
Knowledge of industry standards for engineering/construction project controls and management to monitor industry trends to assist with aligning policies and procedures with best practices.
Knowledge of A/E project management practices and standards, industry forecasts, and production indicators and the ability to apply it to ensure that project schedules are realistic, quantified, and organized in accordance with industry-standard sequencing.
Knowledge of and ability to use information management systems and electronic document control systems.
Familiarity with scheduling principles, techniques, and methodologies.
Ability to perform complex analyses of data and information and make recommendations.
Ability to speak and write effectively, with emphasis on communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
Skill in using computer and office suite software, with emphasis on scheduling, database, and spreadsheet software.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering project management, or Construction Management.
Certification as a Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) from AACE (formerly the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering), or an equivalent certification.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED
A state driver’s license in good standing.
NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS
Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer-service, and other factors.
May be subject to adverse weather conditions, dust, grease, dirt, loud noise, and hazards common to the airport environment and construction industry when visiting work sites. Wear personal protective gear, as necessary.
Operates vehicle landside and airside (requires AOA permit).
Work requires moderate physical exertion (lifting objects up to 25 pounds).
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.
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Salary : $116,941 - $169,563
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