Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist at Aecom USA

Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Planning, Project Scheduling, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Resource Allocation, Risk Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Problem-solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organization

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description We are currently seeking a Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist to join the team delivering an inspirational sports and entertainment legacy across Queensland. AECOM has been appointed by the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) as the Delivery Partner for the $7.1bn Games Venues Infrastructure Program. This achievement is celebrated with our joint venture partner Laing O’Rourke, a strategic team formed to support the delivery of 17 new and upgrades sport, recreation, and entertainment venues across Queensland for 2032 and beyond. Join the team to help deliver world-class venues and infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for Queensland. As a Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist at AECOM, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining project schedules, ensuring timely project delivery, and optimizing resource allocation. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules using industry-standard software. Collaborate with project managers and teams to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines. Conduct regular schedule reviews and updates, identifying and resolving scheduling conflicts. Analyze schedule performance and provide insights on potential risks and opportunities. Prepare and present schedule reports and updates to stakeholders. Assist in the development of project plans and resource allocation strategies. Implement best practices in project scheduling and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Support the project team in understanding scheduling methodologies and processes. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction or engineering industry. Proven track record of managing complex project schedules and delivering on time. Skills and Competencies Proficient in scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently. Personal Attributes Results-oriented with a proactive approach to challenges. High level of professionalism and integrity. Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure. Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. State/Province: Queensland Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: PgM & R+I Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain complex project schedules using industry-standard software to ensure timely delivery of sports and entertainment infrastructure. Collaborate with project managers to define scope and provide insights on risks and resource allocation.