Location: Denver, Colorado
Job Summary: Shaw Construction is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Scheduler to join our team in Denver. This is a hands-on role for a construction scheduling professional who can build detailed CPM schedules from the ground up and provide leadership, oversight, and guidance across our project portfolio. The ideal candidate brings deep field-rooted scheduling experience and the ability to translate complex construction sequences into actionable, accurate schedules. Responsible to protect and promote the interest of Shaw in all matters.
Job Responsibilities: - Build detailed CPM schedules from scratch for projects in preconstruction and through all phases of construction, using contract documents, concept drawings, and schematic construction documents as the basis
- Create proposals and detailed construction schedules to assist Marketing, Pre-Construction, and Operations teams
- Visit jobsites regularly to review job status, assess schedule sequencing, identify areas of concern, and provide actionable feedback to project teams and executives
- Lead critical path analysis for complex or problem projects, including root cause analysis, delay identification, and development of recovery schedules
- Provide data and resources to adjust schedules for market and regional factors including materials markets, labor force availability, and seasonal weather patterns
- Guide project teams in assessing construction sequencing and methods, project delays and impacts, alternate work plans, and recovery schedules
- Coordinate with subcontractors on schedule issues and support project teams in resolving conflicts and maintaining project timelines
- Attend kick-off and coordination meetings (MEP, large systems, etc.) to establish relationships with subcontractor key personnel and Owner/Client representatives as needed
- Prepare monthly reports tracking schedule progress across the project portfolio
- Develop and deliver CPM planning and scheduling training programs for operations and self-perform staff
- Train Shaw employees on scheduling software and best practices
- Perform other duties and take on other responsibilities as required
Requirements: - Four-year college degree and a minimum of five years of hands-on construction scheduling experience required; experience in the field or in a construction operations role strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to build complex CPM schedules from scratch, without reliance on templates or inherited schedules
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and ASTA Powerproject required; working knowledge of MS Project a plus
- Thorough knowledge of general construction practices, techniques, construction document reading, and construction means, methods, and materials
- Strong understanding of Critical Path Method scheduling, schedule analysis, time extension requests, types of delays, and claims support
- Ability to recognize sequencing concerns and opportunities for improvement during jobsite visits
- Experience performing schedule impact analysis and presenting delay impacts to ownership and clients
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across different personalities and project teams
- Must be capable of working independently and possess strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Daily travel required within the Denver metro area and project sites, with some overnight travel
Compensation: Pay Type: Salary Pay Range: $105,000 to $160,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. Other Compensation: Bonus commensurate with individual performance, company performance, and experience.
Benefits: - Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
- Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid) and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
- Short-term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance (employee paid)
