Project Scheduler

TD Thornton TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We provide strong onboarding and ongoing support to help our people succeed. We welcome applicants from engineering, construction management, project management, business analytics, scheduling, and anyone who thrives in a collaborative environment. Job Overview Title: Project Scheduler Sector: Pharma/Life Sciences Seniority: Mid-Senior Location: Walnut Creek, CA Job Type: Hybrid (Approximately 3 Days per Week Onsite, Additional Site Visits as Needed) As a Project Scheduler, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing detailed Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) schedules for a portfolio of commercial, research and development, and pharmaceutical and life sciences. You will utilize Primavera P6 to develop resource-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules, monitor project performance, and ensure alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. In this role, you will work as a key member of the owner's project management team, collaborating with project managers, engineers, contractors, consultants, vendors, and field personnel throughout the project lifecycle. You will provide scheduling expertise, identify potential risks, and deliver accurate reporting to support informed decision-making and successful project execution. Your Day-to-Day Activities Develop and maintain detailed EPC project schedules using Primavera P6Create and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), activity logic, dependencies, resource loading, and schedule baselinesDevelop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) incorporating contractor, vendor, consultant, and owner activitiesCoordinate with project teams to integrate permitting, procurement, utility coordination, and construction milestones into project schedulesConduct regular site visits to validate construction progress, activity durations, and schedule accuracyReview contractor baseline schedules, monthly updates, and short-term look-ahead schedulesMonitor critical path activities, schedule variances, and potential delays to project milestonesDevelop schedule forecasts, recovery plans, and mitigation strategies to address project risksSupport cash flow forecasting and cost/schedule integration throughout project executionDevelop and maintain project risk registers and assist with risk mitigation planningReview Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), schedule changes, and contractor recovery schedulesSupport contract administration through schedule reviews, payment application assessments, and claims mitigationUtilize project management and document control systems, including Procore or similar platforms, to verify project progressLead scheduling meetings and coordinate updates with multidisciplinary project teamsPrepare schedule performance reports, presentations, and executive-level updatesDevelop tactical schedules and support continuous improvements in project scheduling practices The Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field5+ years of experience in project scheduling, construction management, project controls, or a related disciplineStrong proficiency with Primavera P6, including schedule development, maintenance, and analysisExperience developing and managing detailed CPM schedules for construction or infrastructure projectsUnderstanding of EPC project lifecycles, construction sequencing, and schedule dependenciesExperience developing and maintaining schedule baselines, activity logic, and critical path analysisAbility to evaluate contractor schedules, identify variances, and recommend corrective actionsWorking knowledge of resource loading, progress tracking, and schedule forecastingStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams You'll Stand Out If You Have Project Management Professional (PMP), or similar professional certificationExperience scheduling commercial, R&D, manufacturing, or other technically complex construction projectsExperience developing schedules within the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries (Manufacuting facilitiles/campuses) Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) across multiple contractors and project stakeholdersKnowledge of cost-loaded schedules, cash flow forecasting, and integrated project controlsExperience reviewing Time Impact Analyses (TIAs), recovery schedules, and construction delay claimsExperience supporting owner-side project management or owner's representative teamsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to schedule challengesDemonstrated ability to lead scheduling discussions, coordinate project stakeholders, and maintain accurate project reporting Compensation & Benefits $100,000- $135,000 base salaryPaid holiday, sick, and vacation timeMedical, Dental, and Vision CoverageHealth Savings Accounts (HSAs)401(k) with Company MatchAnnual BonusTuition ReimbursementPaid Parental LeaveFlexible Spending Account (FSAs)