Senior Scheduler

https://kkcsinc.com/

Program Management | Construction Management

Kal Krishnan Consulting Services, Inc. (KKCS), a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 95 professionals in our regional offices. KKCS has attracted a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals to its staff who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients' projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services.

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, diversity, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows more money to be available to the agencies we serve, which will inevitably be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Sr. Scheduler - Rail & Transit - Los Angeles, CA

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $231,000 - $238,000 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KKCS is seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler to support rail and transit projects in Los Angeles, CA. This full-time, onsite role is based at the PMO office in Downtown Los Angeles and involves the creation and management of project schedules for multi-billion alternative delivery transit programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Scheduling & Project Controls:

• Provide and oversee Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling using Primavera P6 for design and construction of rail transit projects.
• Develop, update, and analyze detailed execution schedules for multiple concurrent projects.
• Establish baseline schedules, including review of durations, logic, resources, costs, cost curves, and resource histograms.
• Review and analyze periodic CPM schedule updates, providing detailed comparison reports and comprehensive reviews.
• Perform Earned Value Analysis (EVA) and generate performance reports.
• Manage schedule change processes, including reviewing change orders and conducting Time Impact Analyses (TIA) to evaluate potential delays.
• Identify and recommend recovery strategies, including conducting What-If scenario analyses.
• Collaborate with project teams to assess risks, create accurate forecasts, and provide schedule recovery solutions as needed.
• Reporting & Communication:
• Provide detailed schedule analysis and recommendations to the Project Team and Executive Management.
• Support project controls by preparing clear and concise project reports and documentation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and identification of project risks.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of project scheduling experience within transportation and transit projects.
• At least 5 years of rail field construction experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience working on large-scale, multi-phased transit programs in a PMO or program management setting.
• Strong understanding of schedule risk analysis, recovery planning, and delay mitigation strategies.
• Experience in developing financial forecasts, change order analysis, and extension of time assessments.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or additional certifications is a plus.

Certifications (Preferred):

• PMP, PMI-SP, or AACE certification preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Strong organizational and scheduling abilities for complex, multi-phased transit projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders.
• Proven track record of identifying schedule risks and implementing successful mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of federal funding programs and regulatory requirements is advantageous.

KKCS is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.