Metro Rail Project Scheduler

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.