Project Controls Scheduler

PM2CM, Inc.; Monterey Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pays 100% health insurance

3% 401k match

Job summary

PM2CM, Inc. in Monterey Park, CA, is hiring a Project Controls Scheduler to develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to baseline and monitor progress against plans.

The role requires 3–5 years in project controls or scheduling, strong analytical skills, and a detail-oriented approach to ensure on-time delivery while supporting cost control and change management.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in project controls or scheduling.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of cost control, change management and earned value concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Baseline and monitor progress with project team and stakeholders.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and monitor critical paths.
• Prepare and distribute schedule reports to teams and stakeholders.
• Assist in mitigating scheduling risks or delays.
• Support cost control and change management within project controls.
• Maintain accurate timelines, milestones, and activities.
• Monitor and report progress, highlighting variances between planned and actual timelines.

Skills

Scheduling

Project controls

Cost control / Earned value

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

PM2CM, Inc., (Project Management to Construction Management) is a professional services company dedicated to providing Program and Project Management, Construction Management, and Project Controls services during the design and construction phase of projects. Our core expertise is in Project Controls which includes Scheduling, Cost Controls, Document Management and Controls, Budget tracking and monitoring, Estimating, Risk Analysis, Claims avoidance and Mitigation, Change Management, and Earned Value Management.

Location: Monterey Park, CA (One day working remotely)

We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Controls Scheduler to join our team. The Scheduler will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules to support project management and control activities. This role will involve collaborating with project teams to ensure that schedules align with project objectives and facilitate effective planning, execution, and monitoring.

• Develop, update, and manage project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to baseline and monitor progress against project schedules.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and monitor critical paths.
• Prepare and distribute schedule reports to project teams and stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating scheduling risks or delays.
• Support project controls functions, including cost control and change management.
• Maintain accurate information regarding project timelines, milestones, and activities.
• Monitor and report on project progress, highlighting discrepancies between planned and actual timelines.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project controls or scheduling.
• Proficient in scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Solid understanding of project management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of cost control, change management, and earned value concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Employer pays 100% of the employee health insurance.
• 3% 401k match.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field required.