Project Scheduler

GFT is seeking a talented individual for the position of Project Scheduler to provide scheduling services for transit projects in Washington, DC or Alexandria, Virginia. This will be a hybrid position (must be able to work a minimum of 3 days per week at Client's Office/Sites located in the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area (DMV).

Working with thepublic transit teamatGFT means shaping thefuture of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibilityfor millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, andzero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge withinnovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks.Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, andconnecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure.Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.

What you will be challenged to do:
The Project Scheduler will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing contractor's schedule, progress and productivity of contractors, monitor and verify monthly costs and earned value, conduct change order management and control.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Develop, manage, update, and monitor individual project schedules and integrated overall master program schedule.
• Monitor monthly labor and resource demands on the respective project schedule, and report variances and risks.
• Evaluate and adjust data regarding cost status, resource requirements, commitment data and productivity variance reports.
• Develop and prepare monthly program and project progress summary reports.
• Establish and ensure scheduling and cost control standards are implemented.
• Interface and maintain liaison with project management, client, and other consultants on all control related activities.
• Prepare a Resource Management Plan that describes how project resources will be acquired, allocated, monitored, and controlled. A KPI could include the Actual vs. Planned cost of each for proper tracking.
• Attend meetings with project managers to review and approve baseline schedules and attend regularly scheduled meetings as necessary to stay current on schedules.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Washington, DC ; Fairfax, VA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time