Senior Scheduler

About us:

Since 2011, Dokainish & Company has been providing world class professional consultancy services.

We specialize in working diligently and collaboratively with our clients to achieve long-lasting and impactful results across numerous business functions. Our areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, Project Management, Quantitative Risk Analysis, Organizational Change Management, Project Controls, Enterprise Reporting, Estimating, Asset Management, and System Implementation for Capital Projects. We draw upon decades of project experience to deliver customized solutions to our clients' most complex challenges.

We are a fast-growing consulting organization with a diverse, high-achieving, and innovative team that delivers exceptional project management and controls expertise to our clients. We are currently seeking a Senior Scheduler to play a key role in driving project success and supporting our continued growth.

This is a full-time, non-remote position based in downtown Toronto.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Scheduler, you will take ownership of complex scheduling activities across multiple projects and clients. You will work closely with project teams to develop, manage, and analyze schedules that provide clear insight into project progress, risks, and opportunities. This is a pivotal role that combines technical excellence with leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

• Lead the development, integration, and maintenance of project baseline schedules across all project phases.
• Partner with project managers, clients, and internal teams to ensure schedules are accurate, realistic, and aligned with project goals and contractual obligations.
• Provide expert-level analysis of schedule performance, identifying critical paths, variances, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate and lead schedule review meetings with clients and stakeholders, presenting insights and recommendations with confidence and clarity.
• Conduct detailed schedule impact and delay analyses, supporting claims, forecasts, and recovery plans.
• Champion best practices in schedule management and project controls across the organization.
• Prepare high-quality schedule and progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries for internal and client use.
• Maintain a strong focus on Health & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with all applicable acts, regulations, and codes.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering skill development and consistency in scheduling practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• College or university degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in project scheduling within an engineering, consulting, or professional services environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Deep understanding of the Critical Path Method (CPM), project controls principles, and earned value management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple schedules across complex projects with competing priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated success in identifying schedule-related issues and risks, proposing solutions, and influencing outcomes.
• Solid understanding of construction disciplines, safety regulations, quality, and cost control.
• Consulting experience and experience across multiple sectors (infrastructure, energy, transportation, etc.) are strong assets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and organizational maturity.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally work outside standard business hours.
• Able to work in-office, non-remote, in downtown Toronto, Ontario.

We take immense pride in our high performing, collaborative team. We recognize and value the uniqueness of every individual who works at Dokainish & Company, and you'll be part of a growing, high-performing consulting team where your expertise will directly shape project outcomes and client success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, mentor others, and grow your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

If you believe your skillset, drive, qualifications, and experience are a match, we welcome your application and can't wait to hear from you.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Dokainish & Company. Please note that only those candidates considered for an initial interview will be contacted.

Dokainish & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age and veteran status, or any other protected status required by applicable law.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Dokainish & Company AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

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