Industrial Project Scheduler

Jamar Company; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401K with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

A leading specialty services provider is looking for an Industrial Project Scheduler in Idaho Falls, ID. This full-time role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, managing cost controls, and ensuring project alignment with customer specifications. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or significant experience in project management. Strong skills in MS Project and Primavera P6 are necessary. The position also involves local and regional travel, emphasizing a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of professional experience in construction or project management.
• Two years of experience in an industrial/construction setting with project scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and cost controls.
• Manage standard progress reporting and keep project leadership informed.
• Support estimating efforts and contribute to bid proposals.

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost engineering

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

Company: The Jamar Company
Job Title: Industrial Project Scheduler
Location: On-site & Idaho Falls, ID
Opportunity Type: Non-Union & Industrial/National Operations
Employment Type: Full-time

The Jamar Company is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and field leadership. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.

Step into a key role as an Industrial Project Scheduler, where you will help turn complex project plans into successful execution. You will work closely with project managers, field leaders, and preconstruction teams to translate customer specifications into a clear, actionable scope of work.

You will develop and maintain detailed project schedules and cost controls that keep teams aligned with timelines, budgets, and quality expectations. You will also manage standard progress reporting, integrate scope changes, and keep project leadership informed with accurate, timely updates.

Beyond day‑to‑day execution, you will support estimating efforts, contribute to bid proposals, and help drive ongoing process improvements.

If you excel at organizing complexity and enabling high‑performing project teams, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Apply expertise in scope coordination and analysis, work package review, schedule development, cost engineering, contractor coordination, integrated cost/schedule management, budget development, cost accounting, forecasting, performance reporting, and contingency planning to support project management efforts.
• Develop and implement standardized cost and schedule programs, processes, and practices for assigned projects, including status reporting and schedule updates.
• Track, analyze, and interpret project data, ensuring accuracy and integrity, and provide recommendations to management based on findings.
• Support estimating and construction planning by assisting with take‑offs, markups, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and bid preparation for both proposed and awarded projects.
• Identify cost‑performance trends and deviations from budget targets, alerting project management to potential risks or issues.
• Protect the integrity of project budgets by monitoring progress, performance, critical path, scope changes, fiscal adjustments, and contingency reallocations; analyze impacts of major schedule changes or delays.
• Prepare and issue project cost reports, including forecasted final costs, variances, and notifications of significant potential overruns or underruns.
• Participate in construction meetings as needed and report on current project status.
• Travel to and support project sites nationwide, with assignment durations varying from less than one year to up to five years based on client and project requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Data Analytics, or related field of study, OR four years or more of professional experience in construction or project management.
• Two years or more of experience working in an industrial/construction setting with project scheduling, project controls, or related scope of work with large capital projects.

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, with professional experience using MS Project and Primavera P6.

Solid understanding of blueprint reading and building‑system integration, with familiarity—or the ability to learn—AutoCAD, BIM design tools, Revit, PlanGrid, Bluebeam/Adobe Pro, estimating software, and common file‑sharing platforms.

Ability to quickly learn and become proficient with InEight, Prologue, and other construction‑management software systems.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, paired with a strong customer‑service mindset.

Exceptional organizational and time‑management abilities, with capability to schedule and coordinate projects to meet deadlines.

Ability to obtain access to Department of Energy, federal, and military facilities.

Other Details

• This position will report regularly in person to Idaho Falls, ID.
• This position may require local and regional travel, with frequency and duration depending on operational needs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with company’s driving policy.
• All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.

What Sets Us Apart

Safety – You are part of a team that practices safety first in all we do.

Innovative Culture – Where all ideas are valued and new concepts are encouraged, ensuring continuous growth and out‑of‑the‑box thinking.

Onboarding – Coordinated support to ensure integration into the company, complete understanding of role and team members.

Collaborative Environment – Join a collaborative workspace where support and open communication are the foundation, leading to stronger relationships and teams.

Continuous Learning – Access to resources and opportunities for day‑to‑day learning, and professional development.

Community Engagement – We encourage and support community involvement and volunteer work, providing opportunities to give back and make a positive impact in their communities.

Impact – Be a part of a company that makes a difference, both the in market and in the community.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well‑being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
  • Employer‑Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
  • 401K with Employer Match
  • Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
  • Profit Sharing
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
  • Company Engagement, and More

The Jamar Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are a person with a disability and need assistance with the application process, please reach out to our Human Resources department at [e-mail].