Proposal Scheduler | Houston, TX

Quanta Government Solutions; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Generous PTO & paid holidays

401(k) with a generous match

Comprehensive benefits – medical, dent

Weekly pay

Mentoring & career growth

Job summary

Quanta Government Solutions is seeking a Proposal Scheduler to support the development of pre-award construction schedules for EPC, Design-Build, and infrastructure project bids. The role partners with estimating, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to develop preliminary CPM schedules, establish project timelines, and support competitive proposal submissions.

The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of construction or engineering experience, familiarity with Primavera P6, and strong Excel

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of construction or engineering experience.
• Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and CPM scheduling.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary CPM schedules using Primavera P6 for construction and EPC proposals.
• Review RFPs, scope documents, drawings, and specifications to identify schedule requirements and milestones.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to establish durations, sequencing, and project timelines.
• Identify critical path activities, constraints, and schedule risks.
• Support schedule narratives, proposal exhibits, and bid submissions.
• Assist with resource loading, cost loading, and cash flow projections.
• Use Excel for scheduling analysis, reporting, and data management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Project Management or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

Advanced Excel

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Proposal Scheduler – Construction / EPC

Location: Katy, TX or Spring, TX (In Office - Monday–Friday)Travel: Approximately 15% domesticExperience: 1–4 yearsEducation: Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferredSoftware: Primavera P6, Advanced Excel

Position Summary

QISG is seeking a Proposal Scheduler to support the development of pre-award construction schedules for EPC, Design-Build, and infrastructure project bids. This role partners with estimating, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to develop preliminary CPM schedules, establish project timelines, and support competitive proposal submissions.

The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of construction or engineering experience, familiarity with Primavera P6, and strong Excel skills. Exposure to estimating, preconstruction, or bid scheduling is highly preferred.

What You'll Do

• Develop preliminary CPM schedules using Primavera P6 for construction and EPC proposals.
• Review RFPs, scope documents, drawings, and specifications to identify schedule requirements and milestones.
• Coordinate with estimating, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to establish durations, sequencing, and project timelines.
• Identify critical path activities, constraints, and schedule risks.
• Support schedule narratives, proposal exhibits, and bid submissions.
• Assist with resource loading, cost loading, and cash flow projections.
• Use Excel for scheduling analysis, reporting, and data management.

What You'll Bring

• 1–4 years of construction, engineering, or scheduling experience; internships and co-ops welcome.
• Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and CPM scheduling principles.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, macros, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Preconstruction, estimating, bid development, or proposal scheduling.
• EPC, utility, energy infrastructure, or heavy construction projects.
• Resource-loaded schedules, Earned Value Management, or linear scheduling.

Ideal Candidate

An early-career construction or engineering professional with Primavera P6 exposure and an understanding of construction sequencing who can translate project requirements into preliminary bid schedules. Prior pre-award or proposal scheduling experience is a strong advantage.

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary
• Generous PTO & paid holidaysto maintain work-life balance
• 401(k) with a generous matchto plan for your future
• Comprehensive benefits– medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Weekly payfor consistent, reliable compensation
• Great mentoring & career growth opportunities– we invest in your development

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.