Chief Scheduler

Chief Scheduler | JFK Project

Location: JFK Airport, Queens, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead Scheduling for a High-Profile Infrastructure Project

We're seeking an experienced Chief Scheduler to support a major Port Authority project at JFK Airport. This is a high-impact role responsible for developing and maintaining the master schedule and cost estimates, while serving as the primary scheduling and estimating lead in coordination with key stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Create and update detailed construction schedules using Primavera P6.
• Prepare cost estimates and support bid documentation.
• Lead schedule review meetings and present updates to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment.
• Ensure compliance with Port Authority standards, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Support construction phasing, logistics planning, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain scheduling dashboards and reporting tools using MS Project and Excel.

What We're Looking For

• Strong familiarity with Port Authority processes and documentation.
• 8+ years of experience in construction scheduling and estimating.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, and scheduling dashboards.
• Deep understanding of construction logistics, phasing, and union labor coordination.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in risk mitigation and compliance tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale public infrastructure projects.
• Background in commercial construction and union labor environments.
• Knowledge of quality control and audit compliance procedures.

Work Environment

• Onsite role based at JFK Airport.
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with direct interface with project partners and agencies.
• Business casual dress code with flexibility based on site conditions.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $170000.00 - $220000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match rate

Life and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance

Employee Appreciation Programs (e.g., monthly birthday celebrations, appreciation Fridays)

Discounted Fitness Club Memberships

Pet Insurance and Cell Phone Discounts

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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