Project Controls Analyst - Scheduler

<h3><strong>Why This Role Shines</strong></h3><ul> <li> <strong>Impact</strong>: Shape and optimize schedules across large-scale public education projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery. </li> <li> <strong>Growth Path</strong>: Structured as a Scheduler I with clear advancement to Senior Scheduler or Project Controls roles. </li> <li> <strong>Collaboration</strong>: Work closely with construction teams, management, and stakeholders—your insights drive decisions. </li> </ul><p></p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul> <li> Craft and maintain detailed project and program schedules aligned with overarching master programs. </li> <li> Update and validate monthly master schedules with the Project Team. </li> <li> Review and validate contractor schedules against contractual norms and industry standards. </li> <li> Evaluate weekly/monthly schedule updates, draft executive narratives and present insights to leadership. </li> <li> Analyze time impacts, assess recovery schedules, and recommend mitigation strategies. </li> <li> Employ Critical Path Method (CPM) and Earned Value Management (EVM) to monitor performance. </li> <li> Deliver monthly Schedule Variance Reports highlighting deviations and recommending corrective actions. </li> <li> Identify scheduling risks early—propose innovative, practical solutions. </li> <li> Conduct site visits to verify progress and align schedule data with real-world conditions. </li> <li> Develop cost-loaded schedules for accurate cash-flow forecasting; monitor actual vs. forecasted costs. </li> <li> Partner with the Lead Scheduler, Project Managers, and Engineers to update schedules collaboratively. </li> <li> Offer scheduling support across the project team as needed. </li> </ul><h3></h3><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p></p><h3><strong>Qualifications</strong></h3><p><strong>Required:</strong></p><ul> <li> <strong>1–3 years</strong> of project scheduling experience (preferably in construction, public works, or educational projects) on sizable initiatives. </li> <li> Proficiency in <strong>Primavera P6</strong> (or equivalent) and Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. </li> <li> Solid understanding of cost engineering, scheduling theory, CPM, and EVM. </li> <li> Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, persuasive. </li> <li> <strong>Bachelor’s degree</strong> in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related; or equivalent experience on a year-for-year basis. </li> <li> Flexibility to work across multiple project sites; comfortable in dynamic, fast-paced environments. </li> </ul><p><strong>Preferred:</strong></p><ul> <li> Experience reviewing contract schedules for compliance. </li> <li> Familiarity with cost-loaded scheduling and financial forecast tracking. </li> <li> Demonstrated ability to lead schedule analysis and present findings to senior leadership. </li> </ul><p></p><h3></h3><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance</strong> – Full medical coverage for employees, giving you peace of mind with zero out-of-pocket premiums. </p><p> <strong>401(k) with 3% Company Match</strong> – Invest in your future with a retirement plan that grows alongside your career. </p><p> <strong>Profit Sharing Opportunities</strong> – When the company succeeds, you share in the rewards. </p><p> <strong>Generous PTO &amp; Flex Time</strong> – Start with <strong>120 hours of paid time off</strong>, giving you the flexibility to recharge, travel, or take care of personal needs. </p><p> <strong>Career Growth Pathways</strong> – Clear advancement opportunities into senior scheduling and project controls leadership roles.</p>