Scheduling Engineer

Fortis Construction, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Construction, Inc. is looking for a Scheduling Engineer who will prepare and manage the master project plan across jobsites. The ideal candidate will lead scheduling sessions, create master schedules, and effectively manage project risks to ensure timely completion.

The role requires 2-7 years of relevant experience and proficiency in tools such as P6 Primavera and Microsoft Office. The candidate should have a strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex construction schedules.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of experience as a Scheduling Engineer or related construction-based role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction and project execution.
• Ability to understand complicated systems to properly sequence activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduling sessions with stakeholders.
• Create and manage master schedule using Primavera P6.
• Process delay claims with schedule analysis.

Skills

Scheduling

Project execution

Risk management

Tools

P6 Primavera

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description: The primary responsibility of the Scheduling Engineer is to prepare and manage the master project plan within one or more jobsites, including but not limited to schedule analysis, variance reporting, resource loading, and cost loading. A successful Scheduling Engineer works closely with project leads to create a schedule for all components and phases of the project with a clear critical path to ensure timely project completion. They proactively collaborate and communicate with project team members and leaders to understand, manage, and mitigate risks to schedule, budget, or quality, including performing analysis of acceleration options (multiple shifts, weekday OT, weekend OT) to recommend the best approach to mitigate delays or produce schedule efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduling sessions with the Fortis Project Team, Client Project Teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Actively participate in weekly pull planning sessions.
• Ensure that pull plan schedules align with the master schedule.
• Conduct site walks daily or as needed to accurately understand current stage of construction in relation to the plan.
• Create and manage master schedule using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Actively participate with all project resources and communicate needs effectively when capturing inputs, outputs, and requirements for the plan.
• Process and incorporate delay claims and time extension requests with various methods of schedule analysis.
• Collaborate with teams to address and resolve schedule discrepancies using risk management strategies.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction and project execution.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, and develop schedules for varied projects and programs.
• Ability to understand how complicated systems (mechanical / electrical, etc.) operate to properly sequence detailed activities and to creatively re-sequence a schedule when issues arise.
• 2-7 years of experience as a Scheduling Engineer or related construction‑based role.

Computer Skills

Proficient in working with P6 Primavera and in Microsoft Office Suite.

Attitude

A strong work ethic and a “can‑do” attitude.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortis is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.