Program Scheduler

Turner & Townsend; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is hiring a Program Scheduler in Thousand Oaks, California. The successful candidate will oversee schedule consulting for large-scale construction programs, creating and managing schedules using Primavera P6 and Tableau. This role requires a bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of experience, and familiarity with construction project schedules. Salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Turner & Townsend is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in scheduling for construction projects.
• Preferred certification by AACE in planning/scheduling.
• Ability to understand engineering and construction schedule logic.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Collaborate with project managers to maintain schedule integrity.
• Prepare progress reports and monitor project issues.

Skills

Schedule consulting

Primavera P6

Tableau

Critical path method

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Construction drawings

Job description

Job Description

Turner & Townsend seeks a Program Scheduler to create and manage scheduling for large-scale construction programs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for schedule consulting at program level, overseeing many projects in all areas of scheduling from pre‑construction to close out. They will implement best practices and report trends both internally and externally. Responsibilities include:

• Create and analyse project schedules using Primavera P6 and Tableau for a portfolio of projects.
• Review and understand engineering, procurement, and construction schedule logic.
• Create, manage, and oversee schedules using the critical path method.
• Actively work with project managers and construction firms to maintain schedule integrity.
• Able to produce high level and 1, 3, 6 month look‑ahead from P6 for reporting.
• Produce logic‑driven schedules from limited project information—a conceptual schedule from initiation through to closeout; identify major phases and determine dependencies.
• Create E2E master schedules using known techniques such as rolling wave planning (L2‑3 detail).
• Create detailed construction schedules incorporating subcontract commitments (L4‑5 detail).
• Regularly update schedules in line with the Program calendar following standard planning principles.
• Resource load schedules and produce management overviews of over‑ and underutilization effectively.
• Identify and trend movement to key float paths.
• Quantity tracking using S-curves.
• Collaborate with contractors and subcontractors on a regular basis.
• Prepare and update monthly progress reports.
• Actively monitor and communicate any possible project issues that could delay the schedule.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Minimum and maximum salary for the Program Scheduler position is $100,000 and $150,000 annually, respectively. Compensation will depend on education, training and experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or a field related to construction.

Minimum 3+ years of applicable experience.

Certification by AACE in planning/scheduling is preferred.

Prior experience building a complex master schedule.

Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications and construction contracting.

Able to convert data into Tableau reports and graphics.

EEO Statement

Turner & Townsend is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713‑457‑9400 or [e-mail]. This line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process.