Construction Scheduler (Transportation & Infrastructure)
Job Description
Develop baseline schedules, recovery schedules, and milestone schedules.
Prepare detailed CPM schedules for design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout activities.
Establish project work breakdown structures (WBS) and schedule coding structures.
Incorporate project phasing, access constraints, utility work, shutdowns, and stakeholder requirements into project schedules.
Schedule Monitoring & Analysis
Monitor project progress against approved baseline schedules.
Update schedules using contractor and field progress information.
Analyze schedule performance and identify critical path activities.
Evaluate schedule impacts, delays, acceleration opportunities, and recovery strategies.
Track float consumption, milestone performance, and schedule variances.
Reporting
Prepare weekly and monthly schedule reports.
Develop schedule dashboards, graphics, and executive-level presentations.
Communicate schedule status, risks, and mitigation strategies to project teams and stakeholders.
Present schedule updates during project meetings.
Risk Management
QualificationsEducation
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or related field preferred.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of construction scheduling experience.
Experience preparing and maintaining CPM schedules on transportation, transit, rail, station, bridge, roadway, utility, or infrastructure projects preferred.
Experience supporting public agency projects preferred.
Experience with design-build, progressive design-build, or construction management projects is highly desirable.
Software Requirements
Proficiency in one or more of the following:
Primavera P6 (Preferred)
Microsoft Project
Oracle Primavera Cloud
Deltek Acumen
Power BI
Microsoft Excel
Certifications
One or more of the following preferred:
PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Scheduling Technician (AACE)
Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP)
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
Knowledge and Skills
Strong understanding of CPM scheduling methodologies.
Ability to develop, update, and analyze complex project schedules.
Experience with critical path, float analysis, earned value, and schedule forecasting.
Knowledge of construction sequencing and project delivery methods.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to present schedule information to technical and executive audiences.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
Rail and Transit Systems
Passenger Stations and ADA Improvements
Bridges and Structures
Utility Relocations
Heavy Civil Construction
Vertical Transportation Projects
Capital Improvement Programs
Public Infrastructure Programs
Employment Type
Full-Time, Part-Time, Contract, or On-Call Opportunities Available
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with experience, certifications, project complexity, and assignment requirements.
Typical compensation ranges:
Scheduler: $90,000–$125,000 annually
Senior Scheduler: $125,000–$165,000 annually
Contract Assignments: $45–$80 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertex Engineering is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $45.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
