Scheduling Manager

Actalent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Scheduling Manager for our San Francisco team to oversee scheduling for airport projects at SFO. You will lead detailed schedules from planning through closeout, coordinating with planners, construction teams, and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery while complying with airport operational requirements.

This onsite, permanent role at San Francisco, CA offers exposure to large-scale projects, regular progress reviews, and opportunities to improve scheduling

Qualifications

• Experience leading scheduling for large, complex construction projects.
• Ability to coordinate with planners, construction teams, and stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Understanding of construction sequencing, dependencies, and impacts.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accurate, auditable schedules.
• Proven ability to monitor progress and mitigate delays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules for SFO projects.
• Coordinate with planners, teams, and stakeholders to align work.
• Monitor progress and identify delays or conflicts early.
• Analyze impacts and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare schedule reports and look-ahead plans for leadership.
• Incorporate scope changes into the master schedule.
• Collaborate with field personnel to validate assumptions.
• Support planning to minimize airport disruption and ensure safety.
• Maintain scheduling documentation for audits.
• Contribute to scheduling practices improvements.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Planning & organization

Stakeholder coordination

Scheduling processes

Schedule analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Title: Construction Scheduling Manager SFO

Job Description

The Construction Scheduling Manager oversees all scheduling activities for construction projects at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), ensuring that work is planned, coordinated, and executed on time and in alignment with project goals and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction schedules for projects at SFO, from initial planning through project closeout.
• Coordinate closely with project planners, construction teams, and stakeholders to align schedules with design, procurement, and field activities.
• Monitor project progress against the established schedule and identify potential delays or conflicts early.
• Analyze schedule impacts and propose mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Prepare and present schedule reports, look-ahead plans, and updates to project teams and leadership.
• Integrate changes in scope, design, or sequencing into the master schedule in a controlled and transparent manner.
• Collaborate with field personnel to validate schedule assumptions, durations, and resource allocations.
• Support the planning of construction activities to minimize disruption to airport operations and ensure safety and compliance with airport protocols.
• Maintain accurate scheduling documentation and records for audit and project control purposes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of scheduling practices, tools, and standards within the construction program.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in construction scheduling, with a focus on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple schedules and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with planners, construction teams, and project stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and dependencies.
• Ability to analyze schedule data, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate and reliable schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing and presenting schedule information.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on construction projects in an airport or similarly complex, operational environment is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with construction planning and scheduling tools and software.
• Experience in construction management, engineering, or a related field is advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary project team.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and adaptability in a dynamic project environment.

Work Environment

This role operates within an active construction environment at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The Construction Scheduling Manager works closely with planners, construction teams, and project stakeholders, balancing office-based planning and coordination work with on-site collaboration as needed. The position involves working with construction scheduling tools and standard office software, participating in project meetings, and aligning schedules with the operational requirements of a major airport. The work setting is fast-paced and deadline-driven, with a strong emphasis on safety, coordination, and clear communication.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of San Francisco, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $200000.00 - $230000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Construction Scheduling Manager at SFO

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of San Francisco, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Francisco,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.