Construction Project Scheduler

M&J Engineering P.C.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

M&J Engineering P.C. in Arlington, Virginia is seeking an experienced Construction Scheduler. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain resource-loaded schedules using Primavera P6, monitor project progress, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure milestones are met. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, 5+ years of scheduling experience, and proficiency in SQL and advanced Excel. Benefits include medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction scheduling.
• Proficiency in SQL and advanced Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules.
• Monitor project progress and prepare Time Impact Analysis.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet milestones.

Skills

Primavera P6

SQL

Excel (advanced)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. (M&J) is a quality provider of multi-disciplined consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into 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 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 Aff…

Salary:

Based on experience the salary range is $90k - $125k annually.

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.