Project Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Thompson Engineering is seeking a highly skilled Project Scheduler / Cost Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for developing, analyzing, reviewing, and approving project schedules and/or design-level cost estimates for large-scale, multi-discipline projects, including industrial design, design-build, construction, and transportation (DOT) projects.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with owner specifications and contract requirements, while providing strategic oversight, risk analysis, and cost estimating to support informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 .

• Review contractor-submitted schedules for compliance with DOT/owner specifications and contract requirements.

• Assess schedule quality including activity logic, sequencing, milestones, durations, cost/resource loading, and WBS.

• Review and approve DOT schedules, including IPS (Initial Project Schedule) and baseline schedules.

• Perform as-built schedule analysis from Notice to Proceed through final acceptance.

• Support requests for equitable adjustments and claims through detailed time-impact analysis (TIA) and schedule fragnets.

• Monitor schedule updates, identify variances, and assess impacts.

• Produce detailed schedule reports, variance analyses, and recommendations using Primavera P6 tools.

• Analyze project plans/specifications to fully understand scope.

• Prepare detailed cost reports (labor, materials, equipment).

• Engage suppliers/contractors to obtain location-specific pricing.

• Evaluate cost efficiency and recommend alternate methods, materials, or sequencing.

• Identify and report potential cost overruns .

• Conduct schedule/cost impact analysis for modifications and changes.

• Perform risk assessments to identify potential delays or bottlenecks.

• Recommend mitigation strategies and recovery plans.

• Forecast manpower and resource requirements.

• Support program-level strategic planning by aligning schedules with client priorities.

• Collaborate with design, procurement, and construction teams.

• Participate in monthly schedule review meetings with Owners and contractors.

• Present clear, actionable insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with owner specifications and project contracts.

• Maintain accurate submittal, approval, and correspondence records for audits and project history.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).

• 5+ years of experience in scheduling for large-scale construction projects.

• 3+ years of Cost Estimating experience (vertical and horizontal construction).

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 for scheduling and reporting.

• Expertise in CPM scheduling, TIA, schedule risk analysis, and mitigation planning .

• Experience with RSMeans or equivalent estimating software .

• Strong background supporting multimillion-dollar construction projects.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite .

• Excellent written/verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

• Professional certifications ( PSP, PMP, CCM, or equivalent ).

• Experience in both contractor and owner-representative roles.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Familiarity with vertical and transportation construction scheduling and estimating.