Construction Scheduler - P6/MS Project Expert for Public Projects

DVJ Consulting Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DVJ Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles is seeking a Construction Scheduler to support Public Works construction projects and programs. The role involves developing schedules, analyzing contractor schedules, preparing CTRs, and coordinating with Project Managers to ensure timely project delivery.

The candidate should have strong PC skills and experience with Suretrak, Primavera P6, MS Project Online, Excel, and WordPerfect, plus the ability to interpret plans and contract documents.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with a major in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with WordPerfect, Excel, and Access.
• Proficiency in Suretrak, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project Online and other scheduling software.
• Ability to prepare project and program schedules using Suretrak, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project Online and other scheduling software.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Experience preparing and analyzing schedules for the types of projects described under Resident Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of Public Works’ Section Heads and Supervisors, Construction Schedulers will handle scheduling tasks for construction projects and programs.
• May be assigned to individual projects under construction.
• Develop and prepare schedules for Public Works construction programs.
• Prepare schedules for various Public Works projects.
• Work with Project Managers to prepare Contract Time Requests (CTR) prior to advertising projects.
• Analyze project schedules submitted by contractors before construction.
• Review and analyze baseline schedules and monthly progress schedules from contractors.
• Develop as-built schedules based on records for claims analysis.
• Establish and maintain relationships with Project Management Division III and Public Works staff.
• Provide instruction and training to Public Works staff in schedule preparation.

Skills

Scheduling

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering

Tools

WordPerfect

Excel

Access

Suretrak

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project Online

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• a) Under the oversight and direction of Public Works’ Section Heads, Area Supervisors, Resident Engineers or Construction Managers, Construction Schedulers will be assigned various scheduling tasks in support of Public Works' construction projects and construction programs.


• b) Construction Schedulers may also be assigned to individual projects currently under construction.


• c) Develop/Prepares schedules for various Public Works' construction programs.


• d) Prepare schedules for various Public Works' construction projects.


• e) Works with Project Managers to prepare Contract Time Requests (CTR) prior to advertising projects.


• f) Analyze project schedules submitted by contractors prior to the start of construction.


• g) Review and analyze baseline schedules and monthly progress schedules submitted by contractors.


• h) Develop As-built schedules based upon available records in support of claims analysis.


• i) Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Project Management Division III and Public Works' staff.


• j) Provide instruction and training to Public Works' staff in the preparation of schedules.

Desirable Qualifications:

• a) Graduation from an accredited college with a major in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.


• b) Ability to interpret plans, specifications, special provisions, and other contract documents.


• c) Proficiency in the use of personal computers and applications of WordPerfect, Excel, and Access.


• d) Proficiency in the implementation and use of Suretrak, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project Online and other scheduling software.


• e) Ability to prepare project and program schedules using Suretrak, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project Online and other scheduling software.


• f) Ability to interpret construction schedules.


• g) Previous experience preparing and analyzing schedules for the types of projects described under Resident Engineer.