Project Scheduler

Gray; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray is seeking a Project Scheduler to join our team in Birmingham, AL. The role supports the Lead Project Scheduler and project management teams to plan and sequence work, maintain the project schedule, and communicate with trade partners.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least one year in construction, plus familiarity with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. We value collaborative, proactive individuals who can contribute to safer, on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 1 year of construction experience.
• Basic understanding of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP scopes and design process relative to the project schedule.
• Familiarity with submittal process, document control, and change management.
• Ability to use Primavera P6 and MS Project; schedule logic, predecessors/successors, and float.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules with the team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Lead Project Scheduler in developing and maintaining the project schedule and coordinating with site management and project teams.
• Evaluate construction sequencing and assist in planning and sequencing work relative to the project schedule.
• Review lookahead schedules, critical path, and impacts of design delays on the schedule to mitigate delays.

Skills

Scheduling basics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

We are seeking a Project Schedulers to join the Gray Team. Experience in construction industry is required.

Responsibilities

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in the following markets: Manufacturing , Food & Beverage , Data Centers , Advanced Technology , and Distribution . Our integrated approach allows us to deliver value at every phase of a project—from designing and building state-of-the-art facilities to fabricating custom process equipment and implementing advanced automation.

But what truly defines Gray is our people. Our success is driven by passionate, collaborative team members who take pride in their work, value strong relationships, and are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and one another. At Gray, you’ll find a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

“Personal growth precedes Gray’s growth.” – Stephen Gray, President & CEO, Gray, Inc.

What We Expect

• Assisting the Lead Project Scheduler in developing and maintaining the project schedule. It will be their duty to work with the Lead Project Scheduler, Site Management, and Project Management teams to plan and sequence work relative to the project schedule while maintaining frequent communication with the Lead Project Scheduler, project team, and trade partners.
• The candidate will work with the Lead Project Scheduler to evaluate construction sequencing, help the project team plan efficient workflows, assist in planning and sequencing work relative to the project schedule, assist with the assessment of project schedules to identify and mitigate scheduling conflicts and compression and assist in reviewing schedules from a safety perspective, helping to identifying potential safety concerns and incorporating mitigation points where applicable.
• The candidate will also work with the Lead Project Scheduler and the project team to review two-to-three-week lookahead schedules for accuracy and construction sequencing, to evaluate and communicate construction critical path(s) to the project team, trader partners, and the Customer, and to help evaluate and communicate the impact of Customer decisions, design delays, and trade partner progress on the project schedule to mitigate critical path delays and prepare time impact analyses (TIAs) as required.
• This candidate must always be looking for opportunities to learn and develop new skills to enhance project schedule performance, lead by example, and adhere to Gray's policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Who we want

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1 year of construction experience.
• Should possess a basic understanding of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP scopes of work, as well as a basic understanding of the design process relative to the project schedule.
• Have a basic understanding of project administration, including the submittal process, document control requirements, and change management.
• Possess an ability to understand and utilize schedule software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, and schedule principles such as schedule logic, predecessors, successors, and float.
• Should be able to assist in project schedule development and progress updating in collaboration with the site team and trade partners to meet key milestones.
• Should be able to assist in preparing schedule update narratives and reports and assist in developing construction sequencing to help the project team plan efficient workflows.

The new team member should be an energetic, self‑motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast‑paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.