Project Scheduler

Avsar Construction Development, Inc.; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A construction company in California is seeking a Project Scheduler to develop and maintain schedules for various construction projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in construction scheduling, proficiency in Primavera, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction scheduling.
• Experience in educational facilities or public works projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program schedules for construction projects.
• Review and interpret detailed construction drawings.
• Conduct QA/QC checks on contractor schedule submissions.
• Negotiate schedule impacts with contractors and project managers.
• Lead schedule-related communications during meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Superior organizational and planning abilities

Strong interpersonal skills

In-depth understanding of cost engineering

Proficiency in Primavera

Proficiency in the MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Alternatively, a bachelor's degree in any field with additional 2 years construction experience

Job description

Avsar Construction Development, Inc. is dedicated to providing sustainable, high-quality construction solutions that prioritize environmental impact and community well‑being. Driven by the universal need for safe shelter, we approach each project with a commitment to innovation and meaningful, lasting change. Although a startup, Avsar Construction is backed by the expertise and experience of industry leaders, allowing us to deliver services on par with established companies. Our mission is to continually improve and set new standards for excellence in construction, today and for the future.

Role Overview

As a Project Scheduler, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and overseeing program schedules for construction projects, ensuring they align with project requirements and timelines. This role involves analyzing project drawings, conducting schedule quality assurance, and performing critical path and earned value analysis. The ideal candidate will play a key part in ensuring project efficiency, compliance, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program schedules, identifying relationships, logic, milestones, and constraints for various construction projects.
• Review and interpret detailed construction drawings (Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Civil, etc.) to understand the project scope.
• Conduct reviews of contractors' baseline schedule submissions, ensuring all work scope is properly identified, logically sequenced, and includes detailed review comments.
• Perform QA/QC checks on contractor schedule submittals, analyzing critical paths, cost loading, and resource allocation for schedule compliance.
• Conduct schedule Time Impact Analysis for change orders and negotiate schedule impacts with contractors and project managers.
• Walk construction sites to review contractors' weekly/monthly schedule progress and provide progress reports to the project team and management.
• Lead schedule‑related communications during weekly meetings with contractors, ensuring progress and schedule concerns are addressed.
• Conduct bi‑monthly updates of program/master schedules and ensure data integrity by utilizing standard codes, layouts, and reports.
• Serve as a liaison between project teams, department leadership, and the Program & Project Controls department.
• Prepare necessary reports and documentation as directed by management.

Experience

• At least 5 years of full‑time paid professional experience in construction scheduling, particularly with an Owner or General Contractor. Experience in educational facilities or public works projects is highly preferred.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Primavera (latest version) and the MS Office Suite.

Education

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management from a recognized college or university.
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in any field with an additional 2 years of construction scheduling experience.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational and planning abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with project teams and staff.
• In‑depth understanding of cost engineering, scheduling theories, and schedule forensics.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid Time Off for personal and vacation days

Equal Opportunity Provider

Avsar Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status, and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual on our team.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Consulting
• Construction

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