Project Scheduler

Georg Fischer LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer LLC in Irvine, CA is seeking a scheduling-focused professional to monitor progress, develop schedules for key projects, and report KPIs. You will work with cross-functional teams across multiple sites and vendors.

The role emphasizes risk identification, contingency planning, and driving on-time delivery while supporting EMS and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in scheduling, manufacturing, project management or construction.
• Experience with planning and scheduling, cost control, and claims.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project progress against schedules and KPIs.
• Develop and update detailed project schedules.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and develop contingency plans.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and production meetings as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Monitor project progress against established schedules, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular updates to project stakeholders. Design, develop, maintain, and update detailed schedules for key projects. Gather and analyze information to prepare reports on the progress of projects. Identify potential scheduling conflicts and risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate delays and minimize disruptions to project progress. Support project teams comprised of diverse, cross-functional members, potentially including numerous outside vendors and spanning multiple geographic locations, includes leading project kick-off meetings as necessary. Contribute to a high-performing, highly motivated, collaborative team environment of trust, empowerment, accountability, and recognition. Manage projects that can range in scope from low complexity to significant growth breakthrough opportunities managed domestically. Maintain a sense of urgency, facilitate problem-solving sessions and meetings to address obstacles, and hold team members accountable to program commitments. Participate in Production meetings as required.

Committed to the protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and neighbors. Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving our Environmental Management System (EMS). All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically. Work productively and meet deadlines timely. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Performs all operations to prescribed safety principals.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering preferred. Technical training or related experience will also be considered. 2+ years’ experience in scheduling, manufacturing, project management or construction. Experience with planning and scheduling, cost control, and claims.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

On-site position, based in Irvine, CA. Work is performed in a controlled environment at a desk. Ability to discern various colors (wires, electronic components, etc.). Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally. Bending, reaching, and standing as needed. Must be able to talk and hear. Sitting more than 2/3 of the time. Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel over 2/3 of the time.

Salary Range:

$65,000 - $75,000 Per Year + Bonus

We’re GF, the global leader in Flow Solutions, solving some of the world’s most urgent challenges from ensuring access to clean water, supporting safe industrial processes and building critical infrastructure to enabling efficient buildings. We provide solutions that make an impact for millions of people. That’s what we call the Plus Effect, and it starts with you. We need people who bring exceptional performance, curiosity and a readiness to challenge the status quo. In return, you’ll thrive in collaborative teams that push each other to grow through the impact you create for customers, communities and society. Shape the future of Flow Solutions and your own.