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AECOM Scheduler - TTC Secondment in Markham, Ontario
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Job Description
AECOM is in need of a Project Controls Scheduler to work with our client TTC on some of their high-profile public Transit projects.
The job incumbent will be offered a regular, full-time position with AECOM and work on secondment to TTC.
Candidate will report for work at the TTC office in downtown Toronto a few times a week for the length of the secondment. After the secondment is compete, the employee will return to AECOM to be re-assigned to another project. The home office for the employee at that time can be either the AECOM Markham or Pickering offices (with work from home options available also.)
Major Responsibilities:
Provides project management support by establishing, monitoring and updating multiple project schedules through the planning, design, procurement, construction and testing/commissioning phases. Uses standard scheduling techniques in accordance with established procedures.
Key Job Functions
Responsible for the delivery of project planning and progress measurement, ensuring that project procedures and best practices are applied
Schedule planning, developing and maintaining the project Master schedule to meet the project objectives, schedule basis, managing the progress measurement and earned value, schedule reporting, schedule change implementation and developing and maintain the schedule management plan
Build detailed project schedules using CPM method/standard activity coding and work breakdown structures, by identifying tasks/activities, sequencing work packages/activities, developing network models, preparing logic diagrams, estimating activity duration, and establishing critical path and project duration.
Perform schedule control by determining critical path analysis, planned value, earned value, schedule variance, schedule performance indices, and schedule risk analysis, and recommend corrective action when required.
Update project schedules to reflect progress against project plan and prepare management reports. Provide schedule information to the Project Controls Analyst for preparation of various project reports including project status reports.
Prepare cost-loaded schedules on selected projects with data as supplied by the project team.
Provide specialized scheduling services, such as evaluation of alternative construction scenarios, recovery schedule, time impact and delay claim analysis.
Monitor schedule compliance and report to the project team regarding deviation from approved project schedule developed upon completion of scope definition.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
In order to be considered for the position, candidates must possess, at a very minimum:
- University degree in a related discipline (e.g. project management, scheduling, engineering, construction), along with four (4)+ years of related experience in planning and scheduling the engineering/design/procurement of large capital construction projects.
We may consider candidates possessing a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
See preferred requirements below.
Preferred Requirements:
Formal training/certification in project management is considered a definite asset.
Comprehensive knowledge of practices and procedures involved in the scheduling function, with proven experience in the construction process and technology.
Hands-on experience in planning and preparing logic diagrams, critical path networks and bar charts, with particular emphasis on detailed construction schedules.
Demonstrated experience in claims management
In-depth knowledge and experience with computer-based scheduling systems (Primavera P6, MS Project) and other computerized applications related to the work such as Microsoft Excel (pivot table, vlookup, charts, etc.)
Ability to receive and analyze information from numerous sources; sound judgement; strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Sound understanding of basic engineering and construction methodologies; ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
Additional Information
Relocation is not available for this position.
Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
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Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10104698
Business Line: Geography OH
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Canada
Career Area: Program & Project Management
Work Location Model: Hybrid