Job DescriptionSenior Manager – Scheduling
Location: Sydney CBD - Hybrid
Highly Competitive Day rate
Immediate Start until March **** with the possibility of extension
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Scheduling to lead scheduling governance, assurance and capability across a major infrastructure portfolio.
This is a specialist leadership role suited to a senior Planning or Project Controls professional who combines deep Oracle Primavera P6 expertise with the ability to develop and uplift scheduling frameworks, standards and assurance practices across complex programs and portfolios.
Working closely with senior executives, Project Directors and delivery teams, you will provide oversight of portfolio-level scheduling performance, drive schedule quality and assurance, and deliver meaningful insights that support informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and continuous improvement of scheduling frameworks, standards, governance and assurance practices
Provide oversight of integrated master schedules across a large and complex project portfolio
Drive schedule quality, compliance, assurance and change control processes
Deliver portfolio-level reporting, analytics and executive insights
Support project and program teams in establishing best-practice scheduling approaches




Engage and influence senior stakeholders across delivery, project controls and executive leadership functions
Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning, reporting and scheduling capability
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
Advanced Oracle Primavera P6 expertise across enterprise scheduling and integrated master schedules
Significant experience in Planning, Scheduling or Project Controls leadership roles
Demonstrated success developing and implementing scheduling governance, assurance and reporting frameworks
Solid understanding of project controls disciplines, including schedule governance, compliance and performance reporting
Experience working across major infrastructure, capital works or asset-intensive environments
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex scheduling data into clear business insights for senior stakeholders
Highly Regarded
Energy, utilities, transmission or transport infrastructure experience
Experience within a regulated or government delivery environment
Exposure to AI-enabled reporting, analytics or scheduling improvement initiatives
What to do Next
If the above role aligns with your skills and experience, then please apply now and share an updated resume to for a confidential discussion.
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