John Jackson

Biography

John D. Jackson is a distinguished project management consultant with deep expertise in construction and litigation analysis. His core competencies include construction scheduling, cost control, documentation management, and the implementation of project controls software. Renowned for his analytical precision, Jackson specializes in organizational, economic, and forensic construction analysis, including damage quantification and the management of complex project information systems.

Over the course of a diverse and accomplished career—as a consultant, software developer, educator, and industry expert—Jackson has managed construction projects ranging from $1 million to over $5 billion. His extensive portfolio encompasses a wide array of sectors, including heavy civil infrastructure, airports, rapid transit systems, hotels and casinos, manufacturing facilities, and commercial and industrial developments. With oversight of more than a thousand projects, he brings comprehensive expertise across all phases of project delivery—from conceptual planning and procurement through execution, closeout, and dispute resolution.

Jackson is particularly recognized for his litigation support work, where his clear, methodical schedule impact and delay analyses have set industry benchmarks. Throughout his career, he has established project budgets, developed critical path method (CPM) schedules, and resolved numerous claims and change orders.

For more than two decades, Jackson has led internationally recognized workshops on “Planning and Scheduling” and “Managing Delays,” with a focus on proactive dispute resolution. As a project executive, he has directed large-scale implementation and training initiatives for hundreds of organizations worldwide.

Currently serving as President of the PM College of Scheduling—the construction industry’s premier association for scheduling education—Jackson continues to lead advancements in project controls. Under his leadership, the organization delivers implementation and training services to public agencies and leading global construction firms, reinforcing his position as a key figure in the evolution of construction project management practices.

Representative Consulting Assignments

  • | Implemented scheduling programs for Apple, Intel,

Professional Experience

  • 2025 - Current | Vice President, Scheduling & Claims | YA Group
  • 2011 - 2025 | Senior Partner | Encore Group

Education

  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Bachelor of Arts - History - Las Vegas - Nevada

Affiliations

  • Project Management College of Scheduling
  • AACE (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering)