Scheduler

Role Overview

A Scheduler in a Metro Rail Project is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling the project schedule for all phases of metro construction—civil works, stations, viaduct/tunnel, systems, rolling stock, and integration. The role ensures project timelines are realistic, coordinated across multiple contractors, and aligned with contractual, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities 1. Project Planning & Baseline Development

• Prepare detailed project schedules using Primavera P6/MS Project.
• Develop WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) aligned to project scope.
• Establish baseline schedules for civil, systems, track, signaling, rolling stock, and depot works.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to finalize schedule logic.
  
  

2. Schedule Monitoring & Control

• Track progress against baseline and update schedules regularly.
• Identify delays, float consumption, critical path changes, and time-risk exposure.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly progress reports.
  
  

3. Coordination & Interface Management

• Coordinate schedule inputs from multiple packages (EPC, D&B, system integrators).
• Ensure interface alignment between civil & system works (e.g., MEP, AFC, telecom, signaling).
• Participate in internal and client coordination meetings.
  
  

4. Delay Analysis & Claims Support

• Perform delay analysis (TIL, Impacted As-Planned, Windows Analysis).
• Highlight potential schedule impacts to avoid contractual disputes.
• Support contractors and client teams in extension of time (EoT) assessments.
  
  

5. Risk & Mitigation Planning

• Perform schedule risk assessment using probabilistic tools where required.
• Recommend mitigation measures to avoid slippages.
  
  

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare dashboards, S-curves, manpower histograms, progress trackers.
• Maintain schedule logs, progress documentation, and change records.
  
  

Skills & Competencies Technical Skills

• Strong command over Primavera P6 (mandatory).
• Knowledge of MS Project, Tilos, or BIM 4D tools (advantageous).
• Understanding of metro construction processes, including:
• Tunneling (TBM, NATM)
• Elevated viaduct and station construction
• Trackwork (ballastless track)
• Power supply & traction
• Signaling & telecommunication
• Rolling stock integration
• Familiarity with FIDIC or similar contract conditions.

Analytical & Soft Skills

• Critical path method (CPM) analysis.
• Strong coordination & multi-stakeholder communication.
• Data-driven problem-solving.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and on complex, multi-package projects.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience Education

• B.Tech / B.E. in Civil Engineering,, or related discipline.
• Certification in project planning (Primavera / PMI-SP) is an asset.
  
  

Experience

experience in Metro Rail / Infrastructure scheduling.

• Experience working with contractors, consultants, or metro authorities preferred.