Construction Project Scheduler

Who we are:

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the datacenter lifecycle;

from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Scheduler to join our team to support scheduling as a project controls function on a large-scale data center project. The ideal individual will have a proven track record of successfully delivering construction project control services.

• Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive integrated master schedules for data center projects from pre-construction through construction hand-off.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement, cost managers, and trade partners to gather input, validate sequencing, and ensure schedule feasibility.
• Create and update multiple schedules for a variety of potential scopes for any given project, until lease signing.
• Conduct detailed schedule analysis to identify potential risks, delays, and opportunities for acceleration or optimization.
• Proactively implement recovery strategies and mitigation plans to maintain project milestones and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate and lead schedule review meetings, presenting updates, forecasts, and critical path analyses to internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project health, progress trends, and forecasting accuracy.
• Integrate subcontractor and vendor schedules into the master project schedule, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
• Support project controls functions including progress measurement, earned value analysis, and delay impact assessments.
• Provide schedule input for change orders, scope modifications, and claims analysis, ensuring accurate documentation and justification.
• Help establish and ensure adherence to client’s scheduling standards, tools, and best practices, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist clients with scheduling utilizing P6 EPPM scheduling tools.
• Support a dynamic and flexible client team that is on the cutting edge of data center development.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Proficiency in scheduling software, specifically Primavera P6 and knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of preconstruction and construction sequencing, work breakdown structures, critical path method (CPM), and best scheduling practices.
• Experience with data center construction or mission-critical infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Excel, and other reporting tools for KPI tracking and dashboard creation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

• 7+ years of experience in project scheduling, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-tech environments with aggressive timeliness.
• PMP, AACE PSP, PMI-SP, or equivalent certification is a plus.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Construction Project Scheduler position is $140,000 annually or $67.31 per hour and the maximum salary for the position is $150,000 annually or $72.12 per hour. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills,…