CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULER

Acousti Engineering Company of Florida; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Acousti Engineering Company of Florida is seeking a Construction Scheduler to develop and manage schedules for drywall, framing, acoustical ceilings, and related interior systems. You will collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to ensure milestones are met and resources are allocated efficiently.

The role requires 3–7+ years of scheduling experience, strong knowledge of CPM methods, and proficiency with MS Project or Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• 3–7+ years of construction scheduling experience.
• Experience with commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, or interior systems preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Develop baseline schedules for drywall, framing, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, and finishing activities.
• Create and maintain project timelines from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Identify project milestones, critical path activities, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate manpower planning and field workforce across multiple projects.
• Monitor subcontractor, supplier, and material delivery schedules.
• Assist in identifying schedule conflicts and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in project meetings and provide schedule updates to stakeholders.
• Track actual progress against planned schedules.
• Produce weekly and monthly schedule reports.
• Analyze schedule variances and communicate potential impacts to leadership.
• Maintain schedule documentation and historical project data.
• Support delay analysis and recovery schedule development when necessary.
• Coordinate labor forecasting and manpower requirements.
• Work with operations leadership to optimize crew utilization across projects.
• Monitor equipment, material, and subcontractor availability.
• Assist with workforce planning to support project deadlines.
• Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate impacts of change orders, delays, and unforeseen site conditions.
• Support recovery planning to maintain milestones and completion dates.
• Promote proactive communication to minimize project disruptions.

Skills

Scheduling expertise

Construction knowledge

MS Project

Primavera P6

Critical path scheduling

Excel/Office

Communication

Time management

Team coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Equivalent scheduling experience considered

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Viewpoint

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Construction Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules for commercial drywall, framing, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, and related construction projects. This role works closely with project managers, superintendents, field leadership, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure projects are planned effectively, resources are properly allocated, and milestones are achieved on time.

The ideal candidate possesses strong scheduling expertise, construction knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting successful project delivery.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Scheduling and Planning

• Develop detailed baseline schedules for drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, and finishing activities.
• Create and maintain project timelines from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Identify project milestones, critical path activities, and resource requirements.
• Establish short-term and long-term schedules to support field operations.
• Update project schedules regularly based on field progress and changing project conditions.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, estimators, and field teams to develop realistic project schedules.
• Coordinate manpower planning and workforce allocation across multiple projects.
• Monitor subcontractor, supplier, and material delivery schedules.
• Assist in identifying schedule conflicts and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in project meetings and provide schedule updates to internal and external stakeholders.

Progress Monitoring and Reporting

• Track actual progress against planned schedules.
• Produce weekly and monthly schedule reports.
• Analyze schedule variances and communicate potential impacts to project leadership.
• Maintain schedule documentation and historical project data.
• Support delay analysis and recovery schedule development when necessary.

Resource Management

• Coordinate labor forecasting and manpower requirements.
• Work with operations leadership to optimize crew utilization across projects.
• Monitor equipment, material, and subcontractor availability.
• Assist with workforce planning to support project deadlines.

Risk Management

• Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate impacts of change orders, delays, and unforeseen site conditions.
• Support recovery planning to maintain project milestones and completion dates.
• Promote proactive communication to minimize project disruptions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent construction scheduling experience will be considered.
• 3-7+ years of construction scheduling experience.
• Experience with commercial drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, or interior systems preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or other scheduling software.
• Strong knowledge of critical path scheduling methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Viewpoint, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of commercial construction sequencing and trade coordination.
• Knowledge of drywall, framing, finishing, and ceiling installation processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with field and office teams.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Acousti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, gender, color, religion, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Office Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The employee may occasionally be required to travel to other office locations or attend off-site meetings.

Office Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Disclaimer - This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not purport to be an exhaustive list of all the elements for the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet the needs of the business.

This job description is only a summary of typical functions and is not a complete list of possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Other duties as assigned by a manager will be required.I acknowledge that I have read this job description, and I am able to meet these requirements.