Project Manager Scheduler

Southland Industries Inc.; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Paid parental leave

Training/professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries Inc. is seeking a Project Scheduler in Pflugerville, Texas. This role involves developing, managing, and updating project schedules for MEP scopes of work. The ideal candidate has expertise in Primavera P6 and at least 2 years of relevant experience. You'll be responsible for schedule updates, progress tracking, and providing reports for client meetings, all while supporting project management teams. A comprehensive benefits package is provided for employees.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction experience preferred, ideally with exposure to MEP trades.
• Must obtain OSHA 30-hour certification within six months of hire.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project schedules to align with project objectives.
• Build detailed CPM logic schedules based on project management input.
• Generate 'Planned vs. Earned' progress reports to track project health.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Primavera P6

Attention to detail

Ability to adapt to new software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and updating project schedules to ensure alignment with general contractor (GC) timelines and overall project objectives. This role focuses on supporting MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) scopes of work and requires expert‑level proficiency with Primavera P6. The Scheduler partners closely with project management and field teams to provide manpower projections, impact analyses, progress updates, and client‑facing schedule reports.

Position Details

• Preconstruction Analysis and Planning
  • Analyze bid day schedules to assess feasibility and identify potential risks.
  • Prepare interview presentation schedules when necessary.
• Baseline Schedule Development
  • Build detailed CPM logic schedules with input from Project Management and Supervision teams.
  • Establish a baseline schedule using the GC’s contract schedule as a foundation.
  • Ensure MEP scopes are accurately integrated and logically tied to the GC schedule.
  • Create detailed activities, define sequencing, and consolidate manhour breakdowns for resource loading.
• Schedule Updates and Maintenance
  • Perform periodic schedule updates (weekly, monthly, or as needed).
  • Update percent completes, note logic changes with accompanying narratives, and track impacts and opportunities.
  • Provide “look‑ahead” schedules for near‑term planning.
  • Maintain and communicate updated manpower projections.
• Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Generate "Planned vs. Earned" progress reports to track project health.
  • Analyze GC schedule updates to ensure continued alignment with internal schedules.
  • Prepare and deliver narratives and variance reports for client meetings.
• Support and Coordination
  • Assist Project Managers in performing schedule impact studies (e.g., delay analysis, resequencing).
  • Conduct periodic jobsite visits to validate schedule progress and gather field data when requested.
  • Perform additional assignments to support project goals and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science, or a related field — OR — equivalent technical training combined with related construction scheduling experience.
• 2+ years of construction experience preferred, ideally with exposure to MEP trades and large commercial projects.
• Prior experience scheduling MEP scopes in a construction environment is highly desirable.
• Must obtain OSHA 30‑hour certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Employment is contingent upon meeting all jobsite‑specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from General Contractors, Owners, or Customers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical scheduling information.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability and motivation to quickly learn and adapt to new software systems.
• Professional, diplomatic, and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.