Construction Scheduler - Rail & Transit

Consertus; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 177,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Pet insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO 15–25 days

Job summary

Consertus is seeking an experienced Construction Scheduler to support Los Angeles Metro with detailed CPM schedules and controls for major transportation infrastructure projects. The role requires strong Primavera P6 expertise, 10+ years in heavy civil scheduling, and an ability to coordinate with multi-party teams in a hybrid LA environment.

You will create, update, and maintain schedules, perform TIAs, review contractor baselines, and deliver schedule narratives and dashboards for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of project scheduling experience in heavy civil/transportation projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (Version 12.0 or higher).
• Experience with cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules; CMGC delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update CPM schedules using Primavera P6 for major heavy civil and transportation projects.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, construction, contractors, and stakeholders to develop schedules.
• Perform cost loading and resource loading; develop time-phased forecasts and cash flow curves.
• Establish baselines, monitor progress, identify variances and risks, and perform TIAs as needed.
• Review contractor-submitted schedules and provide detailed comments on logic and sequencing.
• Prepare schedule narratives, dashboards, look-ahead schedules, and executive briefings.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Baseline management

Progress measurement

Variance analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals across sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.com .About This RoleConsertus is seeking an experienced Construction Scheduler to support Los Angeles Metro with project scheduling and controls services for major transportation infrastructure work.This is a heavy civil infrastructure assignment with anticipated scope that may include civil construction, utilities, roadway improvements, roadwork, and pavement activities . The Construction Scheduler will develop, maintain, update, and analyze detailed, logic-driven schedules to support project planning, construction execution, progress measurement, schedule forecasting, and performance reporting.The ideal candidate brings extensive experience supporting large-scale heavy civil, highway, rail, transit, or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects , along with advanced expertise in Primavera P6 . Experience supporting CMGC (Construction Manager/General Contractor) or similar alternative project delivery methods is strongly preferred.This position is hybrid in the Los Angeles area , with onsite attendance required based on project and client needs.Essential Job FunctionsDevelop, maintain, and update integrated, logic-driven Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules using Primavera P6 for major heavy civil and transportation infrastructure projects.Develop project schedules from inception by coordinating with project management, engineering, construction, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.Develop and maintain detailed schedule logic, activity sequencing, relationships, milestones, constraints, calendars, and work breakdown structures.Perform cost loading and resource loading of schedules as required.Develop time-phased forecasts, manpower projections, and cash flow curves, as applicable.Establish and maintain project schedule baselines and measure progress against approved baseline schedules.Perform regular schedule updates and identify variances, schedule impacts, emerging risks, and changes to key project milestones.Monitor and analyze the critical path and near-critical activities , including constraints, interfaces, and potential schedule risks.Perform Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and support the evaluation of delays, schedule changes, contractor impacts, and recovery plans.Review and analyze contractor-submitted baseline schedules, schedule updates, recovery schedules, and other schedule-related deliverables.Provide detailed comments and recommendations regarding schedule logic, sequencing, progress, delays, constraints, and compliance with project requirements.Coordinate with contractors and project teams to resolve schedule discrepancies and improve schedule accuracy.Track schedule interfaces across multiple disciplines, including civil construction, utilities, roadway improvements, paving, and related infrastructure work .Prepare schedule narratives, progress reports, dashboards, look-ahead schedules, milestone reports, and executive-level briefings.Present schedule status, risks, critical-path activities, and recovery strategies to project leadership and key stakeholders.Support schedule-related documentation associated with change management, claims avoidance, delay analysis, and project reporting .Maintain accurate and complete schedule records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.QualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field .Minimum of 10 years of project scheduling experience supporting heavy civil, highway, transportation, or major infrastructure construction projects.Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining schedules for large-scale, complex capital construction programs .Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (Version 12.0 or higher) .Demonstrated experience developing cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules .Experience developing schedules from project inception and maintaining them throughout design and construction.Strong understanding of Critical Path Method scheduling , schedule logic, progress measurement, baseline management, forecasting, and variance analysis.Experience performing Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and evaluating schedule delays and impacts.Strong knowledge of heavy civil and highway construction means, methods, sequencing, and project delivery.Ability to review, evaluate, and provide recommendations regarding contractor-submitted schedules.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical schedule information to project teams, contractors, clients, and executive stakeholders.Demonstrated track record of accuracy, reliability, attention to detail, and completeness in project controls and scheduling responsibilities.PreferredExperience supporting Los Angeles Metro or other major public transportation agencies .BRT, rail, or transit construction scheduling experience .Experience with CMGC (Construction Manager/General Contractor) delivery or similar alternative project delivery methods.Experience supporting major roadway, highway, utility, pavement, or civil infrastructure projects .Experience with cost- and resource-loaded schedules, earned value concepts, and progress measurement methodologies.Familiarity with integrated project controls environments involving scheduling, cost, risk, change management, and reporting.Experience working within multi-party project environments involving public agencies, construction managers, general contractors, designers, consultants, and other stakeholders.Working HoursStandard business hours, Monday through Friday, with flexibility required to support critical project milestones, meetings, construction activities, and site visits. Location: Los Angeles, CaliforniaWork Schedule: HybridEmployment Type: Full-Time | ExemptSalary Range: $176,800 – $208,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual bonus under the company programBenefitsConsertus offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans.Optional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, and supplemental health plans.401(k) with day-one eligibility. Consertus contributes dollar-for-dollar on the first 3% of employee contributions and matches 50% of the next 2%.Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days annually , growing to up to 25 days based on tenure.Access to Consertus Academy for continuous professional learning and development.Eligibility for an annual bonus under the company bonus program.How to ApplyIf you are passionate about supporting major transportation and infrastructure projects and have the scheduling expertise to help drive successful project delivery, we would love to hear from you.How to Apply:If you’re passionate about the position, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!Equal Employment Opportunity StatementConsertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.