
Construction Scheduler
POLK MechanicalGrand Prairie, Texas
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules (baseline and updates) using Primaveraâ¯
- Monitor schedule progress, identify critical path activities, and recommend corrective or recovery actions.
- Perform TimeâImpact Analyses (TIA), develop fragnets, and provide schedule narratives to support claims or delays.
- Develop resourceâ and costâloaded schedules, manpower histograms, and progress Sâcurves using earnedâvalue or percentâcomplete methods.
- Facilitate pullâplanning and lookâahead sessions with field teams, integrating Lean construction practices and Last Planner outputs.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, VDC/Fabrication, Procurement, and Subcontractors to gather inputs and validate field data.
- Lead formal schedule review meetings with internal teams and clients; present updates, variances, and recovery plans.
- Support preconstruction and pursuit teams with baseline schedules, longâlead procurement analysis, and prefab/VDC sequencing.
- Ensure schedule compliance with all contractual requirements and milestones.
- Regularly visit job sites to validate progress, engage with field personnel, and update asâbuilt conditions.
- Prepare executiveâlevel reports, dashboards, and schedule narratives for both internal and external audiences.
- Maintain scheduling standards, mentor junior schedulers, and drive continuous improvement within the Project Controls function.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 4–6+ years of experience as a Scheduler within commercial, industrial, or mechanical construction environments.
- Advanced proficiency in Primaveraâ¯P6, including global calendars, coding/WBS structures, resource loading, and layouts.
- Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, resource and cost loading, and schedule risk analysis.
- Experience developing baseline schedules, performing updates, and analyzing schedule variance for large projects.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for crossâfunctional and executiveâlevel interactions.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problemâsolving skills with attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to travel to job sites regularly to support schedule validation and progress updates.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with missionâcritical, healthcare, or advancedâtechnology construction projects.
- Familiarity with 4D scheduling (Synchro, Navisworks Timeliner) and Lean/Last Planner facilitation.
- Experience in contract schedule reviews, delay/claims analysis, and forensic scheduling.
- Certification such as AACE PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) or Primavera P6 certification.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Acumen Fuse/Risk, and integration of schedules with ERP or project control systems.
Working Environment & Travel
- This role is based in our Grand Prairie office with frequent travel to active job sites across the region
- The Scheduler must be comfortable working in a dynamic construction environment: job-site conditions, changing scopes, aggressive schedule environments, and interfacing with field crews, subcontractors, and project leadership.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support schedule updates, site visits or leadership reviews.
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FAQs About Construction Scheduler Jobs at POLK Mechanical
What is the work location for this position at POLK Mechanical?
This job at POLK Mechanical is located in Grand Prairie, Texas, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at POLK Mechanical?
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What employment applies to this position at POLK Mechanical?
POLK Mechanical lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at POLK Mechanical?
POLK Mechanical is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by POLK Mechanical for this role?
POLK Mechanical offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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