Project Controls Specialist

Torrey Holistics; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Education assistance

Scholarship program for dependents

Employee events

Job summary

E-Z Bel Construction, LLC is seeking a Project Scheduler to develop and maintain Primavera P6 baseline CPM schedules for heavy civil construction projects. You will translate project plans and contracts into executable schedules and coordinate with Project Managers and Operations leadership.

You will establish calendars, WBS structures, activities, and logic, incorporating utilities, roadwork, and bridge construction as needed. Strong MS Office skills and Primavera P6 mastery are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently develop baseline CPM schedules from plans and specs.
• Experience with heavy civil, roadway, bridge, or utility projects.
• Proficient in interpreting construction docs and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop Primavera P6 baseline CPM schedules for new projects with PMs and leadership.
• Review plans, specs, bid info, and contracts to determine schedule structure.
• Create calendars, WBS, activities, relationships, durations, milestones, and coding in Primavera P6.
• Incorporate milestones, procurements, submittals, utilities, traffic control, and closeout into schedules.
• Update schedules based on progress, changes, and field information.
• Produce TIAs and schedule exhibits for delays or changes.

Skills

Primavera P6

CPM Scheduling

Heavy Civil Construction

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Associate's degree

Tools

MS Project

Project controls software

Job description

**POSITION SUMMARY**The Project Scheduler supports the Operations Team by developing, maintaining, and analyzing Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for heavy civil construction projects. This position serves as an internal scheduling resource responsible for translating project plans, specifications, contractual requirements, and construction sequencing into accurate and usable Primavera P6 schedules.**YOUR ROLE**Develop Primavera P6 baseline CPM schedules for new projects in coordination with Project Managers, Estimating, and Operations Leadership.Independently review project plans, specifications, bid information, contractual requirements, and other project documentation to develop appropriate schedule structure and construction sequencing.Establish appropriate calendars, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), activities, logic relationships, durations, milestones, constraints, and coding structures within Primavera P6.Incorporate contractual milestones, procurement activities, submittals, utility coordination, traffic control, testing, closeout activities, and other project-specific requirements into baseline schedules.Apply knowledge of heavy civil construction means, methods, and standard sequencing, including underground utilities, street and roadway reconstruction, and bridge construction, when developing and evaluating project schedules.Maintain and update project schedules based on actual project progress, changes in sequencing, change orders, schedule impacts, and information provided by the Project Team.Develop \"what-if,\" recovery, and revised schedules when needed to evaluate potential sequencing changes and recovery options.Identify changes to the critical path, available float, activity sequencing, and contractual milestone dates and communicate schedule impacts to the appropriate Project Team.Transpose relevant budgetary, quantity, and production information from Estimating into project baseline and look-ahead schedules, as applicable.Organize planned quantities, production rates, labor or cost information, and schedule durations so Project Managers can compare planned performance with actual field performance.Identify schedule slippage, constraints, and potential schedule risks early and provide the Project Team with timely information to assist in evaluating recovery options.Develop Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), schedule fragnets, and other supporting schedule exhibits for delays, changes, differing site conditions, utility conflicts, change orders, and other project-impacting events.Support the development of standardized scheduling practices, templates, reporting, and project controls processes across Core Operations.Communicate schedule findings, risks, trends, and recommendations clearly to Project Managers, the Division Manager, and Leadership Team.Maintain accurate and organized project scheduling records and supporting documentation.Perform other related duties as assigned.**WHAT YOU BRING**High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field strongly preferred.Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on construction scheduling or project controls experience, preferably within heavy civil, roadway, utility, bridge, or infrastructure construction.Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 required.Demonstrated ability to independently develop complete baseline CPM schedules in Primavera P6 from project plans, specifications, bid information, contractual requirements, and other project documentation.Strong working knowledge of heavy civil construction means, methods, and sequencing, particularly underground utilities, street and roadway reconstruction, and bridge construction.Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, bid documents, project budgets, and contractual scheduling requirements.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Experience with Microsoft Project and other project controls or construction-management systems is preferred.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**The Project Controls Specialist in the civil construction industry should be able to perform tasks that involve sitting for extended periods, as well as standing, walking, and occasionally lifting 25 pounds. This role may require frequent use of a computer and other office equipment, necessitating good hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. The ability to navigate construction sites and interact with various stakeholders in outdoor environments is also essential. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is required to attend meetings and site visits as needed.**Benefits**Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverageCompany-paid basic dental, life insurance, and short- and long-term disabilityVoluntary benefits including life, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance401(k) retirement planQuarterly bonus programPaid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid winter company break (eligible roles)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resourcesTuition reimbursement and continuing education supportScholarship program for dependents of eligible employeesCompany events, community engagement opportunities, and quarterly State of the Company meetingsE-Z Bel Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. E-Z Bel Construction, LLC participates in E-Verify, a federal system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees