Position Summary
The Construction Scheduler III plays a critical role in the planning, execution, and successful delivery of construction projects by developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules throughout the project lifecycle. Partnering closely with project managers, engineers, superintendents, procurement teams, commissioning teams, trade partners, and other project stakeholders, this position provides schedule development, forecasting, progress tracking, and reporting that support informed decision-making and successful project outcomes across multiple projects.
The Construction Scheduler III monitors project performance, evaluates schedule impacts, performs critical path analysis, and identifies risks that may affect project timelines, resources, and financial performance. This role develops forecasting models, variance analyses, cash flow projections, and schedule-driven reporting that help project teams proactively manage risk, optimize resources, and maintain alignment with project objectives. Through collaboration with project stakeholders and application of advanced scheduling principles, the Construction Scheduler III drives schedule accuracy, accountability, and visibility while supporting operational excellence and continuous improvement across Henderson Building Solutions projects.
This position may support complex mission critical, hyperscale, data center, and other technically demanding construction projects requiring sophisticated schedule development, coordination across multiple stakeholders, and proactive management of project milestones from preconstruction through commissioning. The Construction Scheduler III serves as a trusted project controls resource, providing schedule insights and recommendations that contribute to successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate the planning and scheduling activities for multiple small projects or for a medium sized project, integrating them into a master project schedule.
• Work closely with project managers and field leaders to keep schedules updated and inform them of any potential issues. Assist project managers with resource allocation and project timeline adjustments.
• Coordinate scheduling efforts across multiple teams, ensuring integration and synchronization of project schedules.
• Perform advanced forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow predictions for medium-scale projects, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Provide detailed scheduling reports and updates to project managers and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency.
• Ensure scheduling activities comply with company and client requirements.
• Lead regular meetings with project stakeholders to discuss schedule progress, potential issues and mitigation strategies.
• Assist the scheduling manager in efforts to integrate engineering design schedules with construction schedules, ensuring all project phases are synchronized.
• Contribute to claims management efforts, including preparing impact reports and coordinating mitigation activities with project management.
• Complete all software training designated by HBS and stays abreast of the latest updates, trends and practices to make scheduling best in class.
• Stay current on knowledge of procurement, construction terminology and concepts to develop and maintain critical path logic networks.
• Actively seek advanced training opportunities and industry certifications.
• Pursue specialized training and participate in industry seminars and workshops.
• Assist scheduling manager with implementing procedures and recommend improvements for greater efficiency.
Qualifications
• Associate degree or higher in field relevant to construction or engineering preferred. Years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
• 5-7 years of experience required, including medium-scale projects.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Outbuild, and/or other Gantt charting software required.
• Procore, Outbuild and Microsoft Project certification and training strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and to recommend and analyze pragmatic solutions for clients.
• Possesses effective communication skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills specifically within Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
• Generates ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities and suggests innovations.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to identify and understand relevant emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.
Physical & Other Requirements
• Other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel required, approximately 5-10%.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Let's Talk Perks
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture
• Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
• Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
• Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
• Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
• Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
• Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
• Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Benefits
• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
• Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
• Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
• Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)
More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.
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Pay Transparency
Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.
Washington, D.C. Salary Range: $102,080 - $153,120
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