Construction Scheduler

MGE Underground, Inc. • Chico, CA

6d • $82,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.
Our Core Values
Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun

How You Can Make an Impact
The Construction Scheduler is responsible for developing, analyzing, and managing project and program schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion. This position centralizes and standardizes our project scheduling function. This role is dedicated to increasing visibility in projects, improving resource allocation, and providing crucial data for strategic decision-making (i.e., equipment procurement and scheduling).

Requirements

• A thorough understanding of construction sequencing, CPM (Critical Path Method) logic, and resource management principles.
• Experience with collaboration platforms like Monday.com.
• High level of analytical thinking, proactive problem-solving, clear communication, exceptional attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, charting, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class C Driver’s License; clean driving record and no driving restrictions
• Minimum 3 years in project management, project scheduling, or project controls.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain comprehensive, resource-loaded project schedules from initiation to closeout using MS Project.
• Define and monitor the project's critical path to identify and report on potential risks, delays, and opportunities for acceleration. Working closely with Program Managers/Sr. Managers.
• Collaborate directly with project managers, superintendents, and Fleet Managers to gather accurate progress data and update schedules accordingly.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using MS Project (and potentially Monday.com / Excel Click formats) to communicate look-ahead schedules, project status, and key performance indicators to stakeholders.
• Analyze project schedules to forecast and level resource requirements (labor, equipment, materials), identifying potential constraints and bottlenecks.
• Conduct "what-if" analyses to assess the schedule impact of proposed changes and provide data-backed recommendations to the project team.
• Occasionally travel to job sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K
• We offer a flex-time vacation policy for exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.
• Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
• Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
• Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED