Senior Scheduler

Solutions Driven; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development & Training

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Solutions Driven is seeking a detail-oriented Scheduler to develop, maintain, and update fully loaded project schedules for construction and industrial projects in Houston. The role requires strong analytical thinking and communication to keep timelines on track and support successful project execution.

You will manage schedules in Primavera P6, monitor progress, adjust for scope changes, and report on critical paths.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of scheduling experience within construction or industrial environments.
• Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certifications CST/EVP/PSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules.
• Monitor progress and revise schedules for scope, resources, or timeline changes.
• Identify scheduling risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Analyze performance against milestones and provide schedule reporting.
• Support planning to meet established timeframes.
• Communicate schedule updates and critical path impacts to stakeholders.
• Assist with forecasting, resource planning, and project controls.

Skills

Scheduling

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Critical path analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Scheduler to develop, maintain, and update fully loaded project schedules for construction and industrial projects. This role is responsible for ensuring project timelines are accurately planned, monitored, and adjusted to support successful project execution. The ideal candidate is an analytical thinker with strong communication and organizational skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project progress and revise schedules to reflect changes in scope, resources, or timelines.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify scheduling risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Analyze project performance against planned milestones and provide schedule-related reporting.
• Support project planning efforts to ensure work is completed within established timeframes.
• Communicate schedule updates and critical path impacts to project stakeholders.
• Assist with schedule forecasting, resource planning, and project controls activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of scheduling experience within the construction or industrial industry.
• Experience using scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) and/or Earned Value Professional (EVP) certification preferred.
• Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, if travel is required.

Desired Skills

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and evolving technologies.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate enjoys working in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment, embraces new challenges, and takes pride in contributing to the successful delivery of complex construction projects. They value teamwork, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful impact through their work. They will also be comfortable traveling and working on a rotational schedule if not based near a project site.

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Additional voluntary benefits based on eligibility and location