District Scheduling Manager

MWH Constructors Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan (company matching)

Employee Referral Program

Paid Holidays

Job summary

MWH Constructors is seeking a District Scheduling Manager for large water and wastewater projects in Texas. This full-time, site-based position in Austin will lead scheduling efforts, develop master schedules, monitor progress, and drive on-time delivery with close collaboration across project teams.

Qualifications include 12+ years in scheduling, experience with baselines and cost/resource loading, and proficiency with CM software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field; or combination of education and experience.
• Experience scheduling projects over $300 million.
• 12+ years sequencing, productivity and scheduling; detailed schedules.
• Experience with baseline schedules, subcontractor integration and audits.
• Experience with Cost and Resource loaded schedules.
• Proficient with construction management software and strong communication, customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master project schedules with cost and resource loading.
• On-site full-time role in Austin, TX.
• Plan pre-construction, construction, startup and commissioning activities.
• Analyze survey data, drawings, and specifications.
• Estimate durations, equipment, and labor needs.
• Identify schedule risks and implement mitigations.
• Monitor and adjust schedules to meet deadlines.
• Communicate schedule changes to stakeholders and justify actions.
• Prepare weekly updates and monthly reports.
• Analyze scheduling data for process improvements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to schedulers.
• Manage and develop junior project schedulers.
• Present on bid proposals, sequences, changes and delays.
• Review changes for impact and prepare notices.
• Prepare Time Impact Analyses and related reports.
• Prepare and manage cost/resource loaded schedules for invoicing.
• Contribute to improved scheduling practices at MWH.

Skills

Large-scale project scheduling

12+ years scheduling experience

Cost & resource loaded schedules

Communication skills

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering/construction management

Tools

Autodesk Build

Procore

CMiC

Viewpoint

MS Project

Asta

NetPoint

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a District Scheduling Manager to support large-scale water and wastewater construction projects across Texas, with project values up to $2 billion. This full-time, site-based position in Austin, TX will lead project scheduling efforts, ensuring effective planning, resource coordination, schedule performance, and on-time project delivery. The District Scheduling Manager will develop and maintain master schedules, monitor project progress, identify schedule risks, and collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to drive successful execution.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain Cost and Resource loaded project schedules for large water and wastewater projects utilizing Primavera P6 in accordance with company procedures, project specifications, and industry best practices.
• Full-time on the project site
• Plan the pre-construction, construction, startup, and commissioning activities at the project site using industry best practices and insight from project team members
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, specifications, aerial photography, or other topographical or geological data
• Estimate durations, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility
• Identify and anticipate schedule risks; assist in developing and implementing mitigations
• Monitor and adjust schedules to align with project requirements and deadlines
• Communicate schedule changes and updates to all project stakeholders and suggest action when necessary
• Prepare weekly schedule updates and monthly reports.
• Analyze scheduling data to identify areas for process improvement
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to scheduling coordinators and project team members
• Manage and develop junior project schedulers
• Present on topics such as bid proposals, construction sequences, project changes, and delays
• Review project changes for impacts and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract
• Prepare Time Impact Analysis and associated narratives and reports
• Prepare and manage cost and resource loaded schedules for use in invoice generation
• Contribute to improving scheduling practices at MWH

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training
• Experience scheduling projects over $300 million
• 12+ years’ experience in construction work sequencing, productivity, and scheduling as well as preparing and maintaining detailed construction schedules
• Experience in development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating, analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits
• Experience with Cost and Resource loaded schedules
• Proficiency with construction management software (Autodesk Build, Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint, etc.) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with customer-facing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience scheduling water or wastewater treatment plant projects
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Certifications such as: Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), or Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)
• Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, Asta, NetPoint, etc.).
• Experience with schedule analytic software (SmartPM, Acumen Fuse, Schedule Validator, etc.)
• Experience with 4D scheduling software
• Experience with Lean Construction or Last Planner System
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment