Project Scheduler, Construction

Coakley & Williams Construction; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Coakley & Williams Construction is seeking a Project Scheduler to develop and manage construction schedules in Bethesda, MD. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in commercial projects valued at $10M or more and a relevant Bachelor's degree.

This role involves collaborating with project teams and clients, performing critical path analysis, and providing updates to stakeholders. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including health coverage and a 401(k). The salary ranges from $95,000 to $130,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience on commercial construction projects valued at $10M or more.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or comparable scheduling software.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop project schedules for proposals and preconstruction.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks.
• Provide weekly schedule status updates and reporting.
• Develop schedule scenarios and analyze deviations.

Skills

Project scheduling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience in commercial construction

Education

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

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

BIM tools

Job description

Coakley & Williams Construction, LLC is hiring a Project Scheduler (Commercial Construction) to join our team in Bethesda, MD. The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and analyzing construction project schedules across preconstruction and active project phases. This role partners with project teams, preconstruction, and clients to ensure accurate timelines, identify risks, and support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project schedules for proposals and preconstruction in collaboration with marketing and preconstruction teams.
• Create and maintain detailed baseline schedules and monthly updates across multiple projects.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks and opportunities.
• Resource‑load and cost‑load schedules to support owner payment applications.
• Monitor field progress and validate subcontractor schedule updates.
• Track schedule impacts and support delay and time impact analysis.
• Communicate schedule changes, risks, and mitigation strategies to project stakeholders.
• Develop Work Breakdown Structures and activity coding.
• Integrate vendor, consultant, and subcontractor schedules into master schedules.
• Provide weekly schedule status updates and reporting.
• Develop schedule scenarios, including what‑if analysis and change fragments.
• Analyze schedule deviations and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in preconstruction, bidding, and proposal development, including RFP responses and presentations.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Support project closeout activities to meet contract and financial milestones.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience on commercial construction projects valued at $10M or more.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or comparable scheduling software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and BIM tools.
• Knowledge of advanced scheduling techniques, risk analysis, and risk management.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Exposure to active construction environments, including equipment, weather, and varying site conditions.
• Schedule may include evenings or weekends based on project needs.

Wage Transparency

In accordance with the Maryland Wage Transparency Law, the base salary range for this position is: $95,000-$130,000 yr.

Benefits

Coakley & Williams Construction offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes health, dental and vision coverage, employer‑matched 401(k), paid time off and holidays, performance‑based bonuses, wellness programs, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate's individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.

Additional Note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work required. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the job. Successful candidate will seek additional duties to master.

Equal Opportunity

Coakley & Williams Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affiminate Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veterans' status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. Coakley & Williams promote a drug‑free workplace.