Senior Project Scheduler

Clune Construction Company•Vienna, VA

42d•$89,000 - $134,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact! The Senior Project Scheduler acts as the subject-matter expert in project specific schedule development, analysis, and reporting for all projects assigned. Reporting to the Scheduling Manager and Senior Scheduling Manager, this role is an integral part of the Operational Systems team and serves as a the lead scheduling authority while also assisting in the development and training of scheduling personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering is preferred, but strong work experience will be considered.
Minimum 8 years of commercial construction experience with 3-5 years scheduling experience.
Solid background in construction trades and technical knowledge.
Proficiency with scheduling software including P6, Microsoft Project (Microsoft Office Products), and/or Phoenix PM.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with BIM/VDC teams on 4D and 5D schedules is a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs in-depth analyses and provides written corrective course of actions with findings.
Builds consensus on sequencing and milestones while maintaining schedule credibility and transparency.
Effectively communicates complex scheduling logic, impacts, and delays to technical and non-technical partners.
Actively evaluates project scheduling practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
Integrates construction knowledge and emerging scheduling practices (e.g., BIM integration, 4D modeling) into schedule development and analysis.
Identifies inconsistencies or unrealistic sequences and collaborates with project leadership to resolve them.
Builds comprehensive reporting packages (Variance, Performance, Forecasting) and integrate data from multiple platforms.
Advises on potential impacts to cost and resources through analyzation of recovery and mitigation schedule changes.
Integrates logic maps, phase graphics, and milestone roadmaps into project presentations.
Balances level of detail (LOD) with manageability and ensures the schedule represents an executable plan.
Coaches schedulers on analytical methods and interpretation of results.
Has a comprehensive understanding of Clune's project scheduling software, including the updating and reporting of project schedules.
Evaluates delays, logic changes, and resource constraints to forecast impacts.
Leads collaboration between operations, design, and trade partners to develop realistic, integrated schedules.
Clearly explains causes, effects, and mitigation options to project and client stakeholders.
Pilots process enhancements or new tools and provide structured feedback to management.
Has foundational understanding of relevant local regulations and industry standards.
Advises project teams on industry best practices.
Maintains strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, and field operations.
Displays problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
Ensures schedule quality through proactive validation and scenario testing.
Balances technical correctness with constructability.
Is comfortable integrating schedule data with progress tracking tools.
Ensures clarity and accuracy in reports shared with project and client teams.
Leads the schedule recovery process at the project level.
Translates complex schedule data into easy-to-understand visuals for diverse audiences, including clients and field teams.
Leads the schedule development process in collaboration with project management and field operations.
Coaches schedulers on how to manage feedback and balance stakeholder input.
Leverages additional software/tools to improve productivity and communication.
Takes part of emerging software trials and training sessions.
Apply multiple technologies to enhance project planning and visibility.
Integrates data between scheduling platforms and other systems (Power BI, Procore, BIM tools).
Exhibits exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required.
Must have the ability to relate and interact with higher-end clientele.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with 100% of monthly premiums paid by the company
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
Fitness Program
Pet Insurance