Scheduling Engineer - Commercial Construction

F.A. Wilhelm Construction; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Healthcare + 401K match

Life and disability insurance

Discretionary bonus

PTO bank

Job summary

F.A. Wilhelm Construction in Indianapolis is seeking a Scheduling Engineer to lead baseline construction schedules using Primavera P6, coordinate with project teams, and ensure CPM logic is sound.

The role emphasizes close collaboration with project managers, superintendents, and design teams to deliver on-time projects. The position requires 3+ years of scheduling experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of commercial construction scheduling experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Ability to independently develop complete construction schedules from project inception.
• Thorough understanding of commercial and industrial construction sequencing.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of MEP installation sequencing and coordination.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities

Responsibilities

• Develop complete baseline construction schedules utilizing Primavera P6.
• Build schedules from construction drawings, specifications, renderings, one-line diagrams, and contract documents.
• Develop resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules when required.
• Update project schedules throughout construction.
• Analyze critical path activities and schedule logic.
• Identify schedule risks and recommend recovery strategies.
• Review contractor, subcontractor, vendor, and design team schedules for accuracy and constructability.
• Coordinate schedule updates with Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Conduct regular jobsite walks to validate physical progress.
• Analyze schedule impacts related to change orders and unforeseen conditions.
• Present schedule updates to project leadership, owners, and clients.
• Maintain multiple active schedules across several projects.
• Ensure schedule integrity through proper logic, sequencing, float analysis, and activity relationships.
• Support claims avoidance through accurate schedule documentation.

Skills

CPM basics

Schedule development

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

F.A. Wilhelm Construction –Scheduling Engineer

Empowering People to Build What Matters- That is our mission and our legacy.

Our nearly 100 years of building communities in which we work and play, started with one man and one dream. Today, we are a company that puts People First by providing Meaningful Partnerships, insisting on making a Positive Community Impact, with Safety Always, all with a Learn-Do-Share mentality.

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is an industry leader with the culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community. We have an excellent reputation in the construction industry and have enjoyed steady growth and strong financial performances for many years. Wilhelm's construction professionals turn the conceptual, and sometimes seemingly impossible, into fully completed, innovative spaces where life happens.

We are looking for the right person to join our team as a Scheduling Engineer. Is that you? If so, we want to talk to you!

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Work Arrangement: Full-time onsite. No remote or hybrid options available.

Responsibilities

The Scheduling Engineer serves as the scheduling subject matter expert for F.A. Wilhelm Construction. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing detailed construction schedules from project planning through final completion.

Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, owners, and design teams, the Scheduling Engineer ensures schedules accurately represent construction sequencing, identify critical path activities, and support successful project execution.

• Develop complete baseline construction schedules utilizing Primavera P6.
• Build schedules from construction drawings, specifications, renderings, one-line diagrams, and contract documents.
• Develop resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules when required.
• Update project schedules throughout construction.
• Analyze critical path activities and schedule logic.
• Identify schedule risks and recommend recovery strategies.
• Review contractor, subcontractor, vendor, and design team schedules for accuracy and constructability.
• Coordinate schedule updates with Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Conduct regular jobsite walks to validate physical progress.
• Analyze schedule impacts related to change orders and unforeseen conditions.
• Present schedule updates to project leadership, owners, and clients.
• Maintain multiple active schedules across several projects.
• Ensure schedule integrity through proper logic, sequencing, float analysis, and activity relationships.
• Support claims avoidance through accurate schedule documentation.

Key Attributes

• Comfortable at the table with all levels of leadership
• Collaborator
• Integrity
• Organized and systematic
• Proactive problem solver with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Commitment to excellence

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of commercial construction scheduling experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6.
• Strong understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Ability to independently develop complete construction schedules from project inception.
• Thorough understanding of commercial and industrial construction sequencing.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of MEP installation sequencing and coordination.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities

F.A. Wilhelm offers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of project work. Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect:

• A competitive compensation package.
• A comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401K match.
• Basic life insurance and short-term & long-term disability insurance is paid for by F.A Wilhelm.
• Discretionary yearly bonus program.
• A generous PTO bank.