Position Summary

The Project Controls /Schedule Analyst plays an essential role for a key client in the Chicago area, supporting a portfolio of projects within a major pipeline infrastructure improvement program. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules; supporting project managers and other teams with insights into schedule performance; and contributing to continuous improvement by identifying enhanced scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies for efficiency and effectiveness.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sound, CPM logic-based, quantity-loaded project schedules used to manage workflow across the project life cycle.
• Lead the initial development of a project schedule and time-phased plan using Oracle Primavera P6, company standard project templates, and input from the Project Management Team.
• Attend and co-lead recurring project meetings to collect project status information.
• Update project schedules on a weekly to bi-weekly basis.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external organizations to obtain and report information.
• Continuously analyze projects throughout the project life cycle, providing drivers to schedule variances and offering impact analysis/mitigation strategies for changes that occur.
• Develop and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reports used to evaluate and measure schedule, project, and program performance.
• Participate in initiatives for process improvement.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of detailed process guides related to the overall schedule management process, tasks, and deliverables.
• Provide guidance and training to junior-level staff.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field
• Proven experience (2-5 years) in schedule analysis, project management, or related role
• Proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or similar tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.” 

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.