Construction Scheduler - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting•Washington, DC

About The Position

Procon is seeking a Senior Scheduler for construction projects in the federal sector. The role focuses on developing, managing, and evaluating complex construction schedules, including Integrated Master Schedules, using Primavera P6 and Critical Path Method methodologies. The scheduler will assess schedule compliance, performance, and risk; analyze Time Impact Analyses and Change Orders; coordinate with stakeholders across concurrent projects; and communicate schedule impacts through timely reporting. The position may involve onsite support, occasional travel, and work from alternate project offices in the future. Employment visa sponsorship is not offered; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

Expertise in Primavera P6, with demonstrated proficiency in building and analyzing Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules.
At least 10 years of experience in construction scheduling, with a strong track record in CPM methodologies.
Deep understanding of federal government construction processes, including contracts, design documents, and specifications.
Experience supporting vertical construction, utility, and infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with large-scale or complex scheduling environments, including developing and assessing Integrated Master Schedules and analyzing TIAs and COs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement and reporting.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in scheduling.
General contractor experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Project (MSP), Schedule Validator, or Primavera Risk Analysis.
A relevant master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), including look-ahead planning and what-if scenario modeling.
Evaluate construction schedules for compliance, performance, and risk, including thorough assessments of Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and Change Orders (CO).
Collaborate cross-functionally to align scopes of work across concurrent projects.
Synthesize data from various sources and provide timely, insightful reporting that communicates scheduling impacts across program stakeholders.
Participate in project lifecycle activities, including design reviews, procurement strategy sessions, and coordination meetings, to maintain an understanding of project and program dynamics.
Provide onsite support when needed.