Project Scheduler

Alpha Corporation; Virginia; Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil and structural engineering is seeking a Project Scheduler. This remote role involves managing project schedules, preparing analyses, and supporting project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and substantial experience with Primavera P6.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Project Controls using Primavera P6.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification or ability to attain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules and schedule-related contract changes effectively.
• Prepare independent schedule impact analyses for change order negotiations.
• Communicate project status and updates to supervisors.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6 Enterprise

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Alpha Corporation, established in 1979, is a full-service woman-owned firm providing civil, structural engineering, program and construction management, project controls, and technology services for various building types, transportation, and heavy infrastructure projects. We serve a broad spectrum of clients, including government agencies and the public sector.

Our vision is to be recognized for responsive, innovative, and quality services in building, transportation, and infrastructure sectors, and to be the employer of choice for professionals seeking stimulating and rewarding careers.

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lead on specific assignments, providing professional scheduling services to support project delivery.
• Assist in developing and preparing documents for the Design-Build process and contractor contracts.
• Manage schedules and schedule-related contract changes effectively.
• Participate in meetings with the project team and prepare reports, memoranda, and presentations.
• Review and evaluate monthly Schedule Updates from Design-Builder and Contractor.
• Support the Project Manager with schedule analysis, reports, and presentations.
• Evaluate scope issues, notice letters, change orders, and supporting documentation related to schedules.
• Prepare independent schedule impact analyses for change order negotiations.
• Provide expertise on schedule change requests and recommend appropriate relief.
• Review invoices and Progress Reports monthly.
• Attend meetings and site visits within the DC metro area.
• Create master schedules, determine logic, duration, and constraints.
• Apply construction methods and sequencing for infrastructure and facilities projects.
• Capture impacts and delays, recommend mitigation and recovery plans.
• Work autonomously under general direction, interacting with internal and external personnel.
• Communicate project status and updates to supervisors.
• Suggest corrective actions and develop recovery plans for delays.
• Understand scope, drawings, and specifications; perform calculations for workflow and resource requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5+ years of experience in Project Controls using Primavera P6 Enterprise.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification or ability to attain within 6 months.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience in Facilities Scheduling is a plus.

We offer excellent career growth opportunities, a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and a stable, rewarding career. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.