Construction Scheduler / Project Scheduler

PMCS Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hours annually

8 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 100%

401(k) savings plan with employerMatch

Professional development up to $1,000

Parking up to $100/month

Job summary

PMCS Group, Inc. is seeking a Construction Scheduler / Project Scheduler to support on-site construction projects in Los Angeles, CA. This role requires six years of full-time scheduling experience for Owners or General Contractors and proficiency with Primavera P6.

You will review baseline schedules, analyze logic, create earned value curves, monitor progress, and prepare reports for senior management. This onsite role offers comprehensive benefits and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Six years of full-time paid professional experience in construction scheduling for an Owner or General Contractor.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field is required; exception possible with additional scheduling experience.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor P6 baseline construction schedules and monthly updates.
• Identify missing scope, logic gaps, milestones, and critical path issues.
• Provide written schedule review comments using LAUSD templates.
• Perform QA/QC on contractor schedule submittals for contract compliance.
• Create Earned Value Curves using LAUSD EVA template guidelines.
• Monitor monthly construction progress and identify potential problem areas.
• Analyze KPIs from Primavera P6 schedules and Excel Earned Value Curves.
• Produce contract variance reports, root cause findings, and schedule recovery recommendations.
• Develop or review preliminary construction schedules from plans and specifications.
• Perform Time Impact Analysis using Windows Analysis methods.
• Read contract drawings to assess scope and review time extension requests.
• Update Program Schedules and Master Schedules regularly.
• Maintain proper use of standard codes, layouts, and reports to protect data integrity.
• Prepare reports for senior management as needed.
• Visit construction sites, attend meetings, and check contractor schedule progress.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship building

Cost engineering

Schedule forensics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

P6 v19

Job description

Construction Scheduler / Project Scheduler - $171K to $191K

The role

PMCS Group, Inc. is seeking a Construction Scheduler / Project Scheduler to support construction projects in Los Angeles, CA. This is an onsite role suited to a highly organized professional with strong construction scheduling, schedule analysis, and reporting experience. You will work closely with project teams and department staff to help address schedule issues and support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Review contractor P6 baseline construction schedules and monthly updates.
• Identify missing scope, logic gaps, milestones, and critical path issues.
• Provide written technical schedule review comments using LAUSD templates.
• Perform QA/QC on contractor schedule submittals for contract compliance.
• Create Earned Value Curves using LAUSD EVA template guidelines.
• Monitor monthly construction progress and identify potential problem areas.
• Analyze Key Performance Indicators from Primavera P6 schedules and Excel Earned Value Curves.
• Produce contract variance reports, root cause findings, and schedule recovery recommendations.
• Develop or review preliminary construction schedules from plans and specifications.
• Perform Time Impact Analysis using Windows Analysis methods.
• Read contract drawings to assess scope and review time extension requests.
• Update Program Schedules and Master Schedules on a regular basis.
• Maintain proper use of standard codes, layouts, and reports to protect data integrity.
• Prepare reports for senior management as needed.
• Visit construction sites, attend meetings, and check contractor schedule progress.

The Benefits

• PTO: 120 hours annually (vacation/sick time), accrual starts on day one, available after 30 days.
• Holidays: 8 paid holidays per year, including New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Insurance: 100% coverage for employee’s Medical, Dental, and Vision, with additional costs for dependents and enhanced plans (Kaiser and Anthem Blue Cross options).
• 401(k) Savings Plan: 100% match up to 3%, plus 50% of the next 2% (fully vested immediately).
• Professional Development: Up to $1,000 annually for license/certification renewals and qualifying education.
• Parking: Parking provided, up to $100/month if applicable

The person

You will need six years of full-time paid professional experience in construction scheduling for an Owner or General Contractor. Experience with educational facilities or public works projects is preferred.

You will also need:

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, latest version, including P6 v19.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Understanding of cost engineering, scheduling, and schedule forensics.

A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field is required. A bachelor’s degree in another subject may be accepted with two additional years of construction scheduling experience.