Senior Level Scheduler Jobs
Senior level scheduler jobs put experienced professionals in charge of scheduling systems, resource coordination, and the cross-functional decisions that keep complex operations on time. Openings are concentrated across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like Granite Construction, CARIAN, and WSP in the U.S. hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Leads the development and optimization of complex project schedules to ensure successful and timely project delivery across multiple programs or portfolios. Partners with leadership and diverse cross-functional teams to align advanced planning and scheduling strategies with enterprise-wide priorities and long-range resource planning. Evaluates and synthesizes project performance metrics to identify trends, anticipate high-impact risks, and recommend strategic adjustments for optimal outcomes. Facilitates planning practices, including MAP, pull, and phase planning sessions, and collaborates with the Short Interval Planning (SIP) process to improve workflow reliability and schedule predictability. Integrates visual planning methodologies and model-based workflows to enhance communication, coordination, and predictability across project teams and phases. Champions leading practices in planning and scheduling, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence at the organizational level. Supports organizational planning and scheduling function growth by collaborating across projects, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of excellence in project planning and scheduling.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develops & maintains comprehensive project schedules and visual planning strategies for complex, multi-phase, or enterprise-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic organizational objectives.
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Collaborates with project teams, external partners, and other stakeholders to resolve highly complex scheduling challenges and optimize enterprise resource allocation.
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Analyzes and synthesizes project data and performance indicators to forecast systemic risks, develop robust mitigation strategies, and drive strategic decision-making.
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Communicates schedule status, critical path updates, and potential impacts to executive leadership and key stakeholders with authority and strategic insight.
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Ensures enterprise-wide compliance with advanced scheduling standards, methodologies, and documentation requirements.
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Leads post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
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Supports MAP and pull planning sessions; provides support for phase planning and Schedule Integration Planning (SIP); prepares schedules and supporting inputs for Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and Planning Risk Workshops; and documents the overall planning, sequencing, and risk mitigation approach in a schedule management plan.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
6 - 8 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or a related field required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification preferred.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
INTRODUCTION
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Leads the development and optimization of complex project schedules to ensure successful and timely project delivery across multiple programs or portfolios. Partners with leadership and diverse cross-functional teams to align advanced planning and scheduling strategies with enterprise-wide priorities and long-range resource planning. Evaluates and synthesizes project performance metrics to identify trends, anticipate high-impact risks, and recommend strategic adjustments for optimal outcomes. Facilitates planning practices, including MAP, pull, and phase planning sessions, and collaborates with the Short Interval Planning (SIP) process to improve workflow reliability and schedule predictability. Integrates visual planning methodologies and model-based workflows to enhance communication, coordination, and predictability across project teams and phases. Champions leading practices in planning and scheduling, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence at the organizational level. Supports organizational planning and scheduling function growth by collaborating across projects, mentoring team members, and fostering a culture of excellence in project planning and scheduling.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Develops & maintains comprehensive project schedules and visual planning strategies for complex, multi-phase, or enterprise-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic organizational objectives.
-
Collaborates with project teams, external partners, and other stakeholders to resolve highly complex scheduling challenges and optimize enterprise resource allocation.
-
Analyzes and synthesizes project data and performance indicators to forecast systemic risks, develop robust mitigation strategies, and drive strategic decision-making.
-
Communicates schedule status, critical path updates, and potential impacts to executive leadership and key stakeholders with authority and strategic insight.
-
Ensures enterprise-wide compliance with advanced scheduling standards, methodologies, and documentation requirements.
-
Leads post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
-
Supports MAP and pull planning sessions; provides support for phase planning and Schedule Integration Planning (SIP); prepares schedules and supporting inputs for Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and Planning Risk Workshops; and documents the overall planning, sequencing, and risk mitigation approach in a schedule management plan.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
6 - 8 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or a related field required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification preferred.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
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Senior Level Scheduler Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level scheduler job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have owned scheduling functions end-to-end, not just maintained them. Demonstrating that you have led process improvements, resolved systemic conflicts, and influenced decisions beyond your immediate team sets you apart. Familiarity with enterprise scheduling software and experience mentoring junior staff are consistently valued at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level schedulers?
Companies hiring senior level schedulers right now include Granite Construction, CARIAN, and WSP in the U.S., based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large contractors, healthcare systems, and industrial operators that run complex, multi-site scheduling operations requiring experienced oversight.
Are there remote senior level scheduler jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry. About 13% of senior level scheduler openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the strongest remote concentration in project-based and consulting environments. Operations-heavy sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and logistics still skew toward on-site roles at the senior level.
What makes a scheduler role senior level?
Senior scheduler roles carry ownership over scheduling strategy, not just execution. That means setting priorities when resources conflict, interfacing directly with leadership and external stakeholders, and being accountable for schedule integrity across an entire project or facility. Mentoring junior schedulers and driving process improvements are also standard expectations, distinguishing these roles from mid-level positions focused primarily on coordination.
Which industries hire the most senior level schedulers?
Senior level scheduler roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors rely on complex, multi-phase operations where scheduling failures carry significant cost and compliance consequences, making experienced schedulers essential at the leadership level.