Scheduler

Why join us?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next.

Let’s build the future—together.

We are seeking a Scheduler/Project Controls Specialist to join our team in Binghamton, NY, Rochester, NY and Augusta, ME.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects—driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

How will you contribute to the team?

The Scheduler and Cost Controller is required to produce a variety of regular and ad-hoc reports in support of our project planning and control initiatives. Working closely with all functional departments, the Scheduler and Cost Controller plays a key role in ensuring that policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to.

• Develop an Integrated Master Schedule of the project according to owner standards and approved scheduling tool.
• Maintain change control and the change order register.
  Assess progress measurement and developing/updating progress curves for progress reporting.
• Responsible for EVM during all project stages. Perform Current Schedule and Cost (EV, AC) vs. Performance Measurement Baseline, compare and highlight major activity deviations between the original baseline and the current plan based on monthly updates.
• Perform Critical Path Analysis, identify and analyse critical paths/activities to ascertain project completion in time and in budget, including forecasting delays and evaluation of alternative scenarios.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, feeding, reconciling, and maintaining valuable project control databases and reports for projects.
• Manage and ensure the reconciliation of program controls data with financial and performance systems, coordinating with Project Managers.
• Verify the accuracy of all cost information including confirmation that costs have been properly coded and allocated to the project budget.
• Produce required accounting and project cost reports including analysis on deviations, under-runs, and over-runs.
• Prepare forecasts and cost trend reports.Review and evaluate trends and their impact on project costs.
• Monitor project costs and commitment to budget and forecast.
• Maintaining change control and the change order register.
• Supports the manager in creating and administering project execution plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Supports the manager on day-to-day operational aspects of the project and scope including project monitoring and controls during the project lifecycle.

What will you contribute?

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Project controlling/ project cost management.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Construction Project Scheduling required.
• Project management or project controls certification: PMP, CAMP, or PMI-SP or similar.
• SAP experience required.
• Primavera (preferred) and/or MS Project experience required.
• Prior experience in substations, transmission, distribution, gas, hydro plans, or smart grids.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related discipline.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, to understand contracts, specifications, organize information and use microcomputer. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required.
• Good interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with project managers and subconsultants.
• Must have good analytical ability and technical skills.
• Must be articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and good decision-making abilities.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have a general understanding in the areas of Project Management, Building Design & Construction, Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling, Building Cost Modelling and Risk Analysis.
• Must generally understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Project.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Expected compensation range is between $100,000 - $125,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.  

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies