Risk Scheduler
Location : Sacramento or Fresno, CA (Onsite)
Industry : Rail / Transportation
Area of Specialty : Risk Scheduling / Rail and Heavy Civil Projects
Are you an expert at analyzing project timelines and mitigating scheduling risk on complex infrastructure projects? We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Risk Scheduler to join the team.
This role is critical for ensuring the program stays on track. You will be responsible for assessing, managing, and mitigating risk associated with project timelines, resources, and project variables. You'll work closely with leadership and project managers, applying strong analytical skills to anticipate potential scheduling risks and ensure project goals are met on time.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
As the Risk Scheduler, you will be the guardian of the program's schedule health, managing risks from identification through mitigation :
- Risk Analysis & Strategy : Identify potential scheduling risks and bottlenecks across the project. Analyze project timelines, dependencies, and constraints to determine areas of risk.
- Schedule Management : Create, maintain, and update project schedules to ensure timely delivery. Regularly monitor project progress to identify any deviations from the schedule plan.
- Mitigation & Optimization : Develop and implement strategies to minimize risks and optimize project schedules
- Coordination : Work closely with project managers to understand project scope and objectives. Coordinate with team leads to guarantee resource availability aligns with the project timeline.
- Reporting : Develop and maintain risk reports , tracking changes and escalating significant issues as needed. Provide risk-based reporting to leadership , including the status of risk mitigation strategies.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
This is a senior-level position requiring deep experience in project scheduling and risk management.
Experience & Education : Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a relevant disciplineProgressive Experience : 10 years of experience in risk management and scheduling or a relevant discipline.Role Experience : Proven experience as a scheduler, project coordinator, and / or risk managerTechnical Knowledge : Strong understanding of risk management principles and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, etc.).Preferred Qualifications
Certification : Certification in Project Management ( PMP, PMI-RMP, or equivalentLicensure : Professional Engineering License.Industry Focus : Proven experience in construction and risk managementIf you're ready to master the timeline and risks of a landmark project, apply for the Risk Scheduler role today!