Junior Scheduler (Full-Time)

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck); Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) in the eastern United States is seeking a Junior Scheduler with 2+ years of construction scheduling experience. You will support CPM scheduling, schedule analysis, and project controls across diverse projects, working with project managers, clients, and contractors.

The role offers exposure to baseline schedules, TIAs, and schedule updates, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise and grow within MBP's Project Controls team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction scheduling or project controls experience.
• Experience with transportation projects or major infrastructure preferred.
• Developing and/or reviewing CPM baseline schedules.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review contractor baseline schedules for compliance with contract requirements, scheduling specifications, and reasonableness.
• Develop and maintain CPM baseline schedules and updates for construction projects.
• Review schedule logic, activity durations, sequencing, constraints, critical paths, float, progress, and milestones.
• Analyze drawings, specs, contracts, and statements of work to understand scope and milestones.
• Evaluate actual progress and field conditions relative to the plan.
• Identify schedule variances and communicate risks and impacts to milestones.
• Assist with changes and impacts on the project schedule.
• Assist with TIAs and time-extension requests.
• Support post-construction schedule and delay analyses.
• Prepare clear schedule review comments, reports, and deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings and site visits; overnight travel may be required.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project controls

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Are you an early-career construction professional looking to grow your skills in CPM scheduling, schedule analysis, and project controls?

MBP is looking for a Junior Scheduler to join our Project Controls team in the eastern United States. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with 2+ years of experience in project scheduling who is eager to expand their technical expertise in Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, schedule analysis, and project controls across a variety of construction projects.

Opportunity is also open to the following MBP office locations available:

• Chesapeake, VA
• Columbia, MD
• New York, NY
• Radnor, PA
• Tampa, FL
• Williamsburg, VA

What You'll Do:

As a Junior Scheduler, you will work closely with project managers, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to support the scheduling and project controls functions on a variety of construction projects. You will communicate schedule findings and technical information to diverse audiences, participate in project meetings, and contribute to sound decision-making through clear analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform technical reviews of contractor-submitted baseline schedules and periodic schedule updates to verify compliance with contract requirements, scheduling specifications, and overall reasonableness
• Assist with the development and maintenance of CPM baseline schedules and periodic schedule updates for construction projects
• Review schedule logic, activity durations, sequencing, constraints, critical and near-critical paths, float, progress, and milestone performance
• Analyze drawings, specifications, contracts, and statements of work to understand project scope, sequencing requirements, and contractual milestones
• Evaluate actual construction progress and field conditions relative to the approved schedule and planned sequence of work
• Identify and communicate schedule variances, emerging risks, and potential impacts to project milestones and completion
• Assist with the evaluation of changes and their potential impacts on the project schedule
• Assist with the development and/or review of time-extension requests and Time Impact Analyses (TIAs)
• Support post-construction schedule and delay analyses
• Prepare clear schedule review comments, reports, graphics, and other project controls deliverables
• Participate in project meetings and site visits as needed
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

Experience:

• 2+ years of construction scheduling, project controls, or related construction experience preferred
• Supporting transportation projects, including roadway, bridge, rail, or other major infrastructure projects, is strongly preferred
• Developing and/or reviewing schedules for construction projects
• Microsoft Project is preferred

Education/Knowledge:

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling principles and techniques
• Understanding of construction sequencing and the reasonableness of a proposed plan
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Identifying schedule issues and clearly communicating their potential project impacts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining technical scheduling concepts to non-technical audiences
• Managing multiple assignments and priorities while meeting project deadlines
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, contractors, project managers, and team members
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Interest in continued professional development in construction scheduling, project controls, risk, and delay analysis

Guidance/Responsibility:

• Support the Project Controls team by contributing scheduling analysis, reviews, and deliverables under the guidance of senior schedulers and project managers

What We Offer:

We're focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth.

Status:

Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $90,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply