Project Schedule Specialist

Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here. 

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is seeking a Project Schedule Specialist to join our dynamic team in Toronto, ON. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office.

What you'll be challenged to do:

As a Project Schedule Specialist, you will take on the vital role of enhancing project delivery through superior project controls, focusing on scheduling, resource planning, and complex cost analysis for a large transit project in Canada or the USA. This position is designed for those ready to expand their career, embrace new challenges, and foster collaboration with peers and senior leadership.

In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Manage and support project controls in collaboration with project managers and teams, ensuring effective oversight of planning, design, and construction management.
• Lead the development of project schedules, specifications, cost estimates, and progress reporting for transit projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• Develop, manage, update, and monitor individual project schedules and integrate an overall master program schedule.
• Review schedule progress and productivity of consultants and contractors; monitor and verify monthly costs and earned value; conduct change order management and control.
• Develop and manage project-specific budgets, cash flow projections, and forecasts.
• Evaluate and adjust data related to cost status, resource requirements, and productivity variance reports.
• Prepare monthly program and project progress summary reports.
• Establish and ensure scheduling and cost control standards are implemented effectively.
• Interface and maintain liaison with project management, clients, and other stakeholders on all control-related activities, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Attend meetings with project managers to discuss and approve baseline schedules and participate in regularly scheduled meetings to stay current on all schedules.
• Update the project change notice and cost projections weekly, collaborating with the program management team to ensure timely delivery of necessary scope and cost documents for client approval.
• Ensure quality standards are met within deliverables produced by the project team, consultants, and contractors.

What you will bring to our firm:

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management is required.
• 5-10 years of relevant project controls or project analyst experience with progressively increased responsibility, particularly in rail/heavy construction projects.
• Proficiency with advanced scheduling principles using Primavera P6, MS Project, or other related system applications.
• Excellent verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.

What we prefer you bring:

• Credentials such as PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional) or PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) are strongly preferred.
• Experience in complex problem-solving and implementing process enhancements.
• Demonstrated ability in leadership and collaboration, preparing you for future leadership roles.

Essential infrastructure touches all of our lives – so how can we shape it for the better?
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
 
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ Gannett Fleming TranSystems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

 Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment

Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accruals

We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer:

Tuition reimbursement

Access to internal and external training programs

Support active participation in professional organizations

Permanent Residency or Canadian Citizenship required for this position. No relocation assistance will be provided for this position. Local candidates will be given preference.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE: Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

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