Junior Scheduler (Full-Time)

Overview

Are you an early-career construction professional looking to grow your skills in CPM scheduling, schedule analysis, and project controls?* MBP is looking for a Junior Scheduler to join our Project Controls team in the eastern United States. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with 2+ years of experience in project scheduling who is eager to expand their technical expertise in Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, schedule analysis, and project controls across a variety of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical reviews of contractor-submitted baseline schedules and periodic schedule updates to verify compliance with contract requirements, scheduling specifications, and overall reasonableness
• Assist with the development and maintenance of CPM baseline schedules and periodic schedule updates for construction projects
• Review schedule logic, activity durations, sequencing, constraints, critical and near-critical paths, float, progress, and milestone performance
• Analyze drawings, specifications, contracts, and statements of work to understand project scope, sequencing requirements, and contractual milestones
• Evaluate actual construction progress and field conditions relative to the approved schedule and planned sequence of work
• Identify and communicate schedule variances, emerging risks, and potential impacts to project milestones and completion
• Assist with the evaluation of changes and their potential impacts on the project schedule
• Assist with the development and/or review of time-extensions requests and Time Impact Analyses (TIAs)
• Support post-construction schedule and delay analyses
• Prepare clear schedule review comments, reports, graphics, and other project controls deliverables
• Participate in project meetings and site visits as needed
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

Experience

2+ years of construction scheduling, project controls, or related construction experience preferred. Supporting transportation projects, including roadway, bridge, rail, or other major infrastructure projects, is strongly preferred. Developing and/or reviewing schedules for construction projects. Using Oracle Primavera P6. Microsoft Project is preferred.

Qualifications

Education/Knowledge: Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.

Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling principles and techniques
• Understanding of construction sequencing and the reasonableness of a proposed plan
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract requirements
• Identifying schedule issues and clearly communicating their potential project impacts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining technical scheduling concepts to non-technical audiences
• Managing multiple assignments and priorities while meeting project deadlines
• Developing and maintaining effective working relations with clients, contractors, project managers, and team members
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Interest in continued professional development in construction scheduling, project controls, risk, and delay analysis

Guidance/Responsibility

Support the Project Controls team by contributing scheduling analysis, reviews, and deliverables under the guidance of senior schedulers and project managers.

What We Offer

We're focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $90,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Full-time.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.