Construction Project Scheduler

M&J Engineering

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 215,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and eye insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A quality engineering consulting firm is seeking a Construction Project Scheduler in Arlington, VA. The role involves developing and maintaining comprehensive schedules for construction and capital improvement projects. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience with Primavera P6. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in construction scheduling, specifically with Primavera P6.
Experience supporting transportation, government, or public sector clients (WMATA experience is highly desirable).
Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed, resource-loaded schedules for construction projects.
Monitor project progress and prepare Time Impact Analysis (TIA) to assess delays.
Collaborate with project managers and contractors to ensure project milestones are met.

Skills

Primavera P6

SQL

Excel (advanced)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

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M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-disciplined consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.

M&J is seeking a Construction Project Scheduler to provide critical scheduling, planning, and project controls support for WMATA’s ongoing and upcoming capital improvement, maintenance, and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed, resource-loaded schedules for construction, engineering, and maintenance projects in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
Monitor project progress, identify potential schedule impacts, and prepare Time Impact Analysis (TIA) to assess delays and suggest mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure that project milestones are met on time and within budget.
Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) to assess project performance and provide accurate reporting of schedule, cost, and resource utilization.
Analyze project delays and work with stakeholders to develop and submit delay claims and change orders as necessary.
Ensure compliance with all contractual scheduling requirements, including timely submittal of baseline and updated schedules.
Provide risk assessments and recommend corrective actions to avoid delays or overruns.
Work with project managers and stakeholders to define project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and critical paths.
Monitor schedule progress and perform variance analysis to identify delays, risks, and recovery strategies.
Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing schedule status, forecasts, and performance metrics.
Coordinate with cost estimators and financial analysts to align schedules with project budgets and forecasts.
Regularly communicate schedule updates and changes to the project team and relevant stakeholders.
Participate in project review meetings and provide scheduling expertise to support decision-making.
Attend required meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in construction scheduling, specifically with Primavera P6.
Proficiency in SQL, Excel (advanced), and data manipulation/cleansing techniques.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse project teams and stakeholders.
Experience supporting transportation, government, or public sector clients (WMATA experience is highly desirable).
Knowledge of WMATA’s systems, KPIs, and operational data frameworks.
Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

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