What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scheduler - Heavy Civil Construction with AIS Infrastructure position at AIS Infrastructure?
About
The AIS Infrastructure Group consists of four heavy civil construction companies. Our services include infrastructure improvement, heavy civil construction, and site development for government and state agencies and private enterprise across the United States. We do a wide variety of heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, power plants, dams, reservoirs, underground utilities, site development, and more.
BASIC FUNCTION
The Scheduler is based out of our Chattanooga, TN office, and would report to the scheduling department lead. The Scheduler is responsible for coordinating with the project management team to develop and maintain cost- and resource-loaded schedules for each project under contract. This includes developing strong baseline schedules, handling regular updates in Primavera P6, and managing all phases of the schedule-from initial setup and logic creation to progress updates and recovery planning. The Scheduler will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure each schedule remains accurate, realistic, and aligned with contract requirements. The Scheduler shall also work with the Pre-Construction department to prepare initial project schedules for specific estimates prior to bid submission.
Responsibilities & General Job Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
We are dedicated to our employees' well-being and believe that every one of our employees has the right to work in an environment that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive. Because of this, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
AIS Infrastructure affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. AIS Infrastructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The AIS Infrastructure Group consists of four heavy civil construction companies. Our services include infrastructure improvement, heavy civil construction, and site development for government and state agencies and private enterprise across the United States. We do a wide variety of heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, power plants, dams, reservoirs, underground utilities, site development, and more.
BASIC FUNCTION
The Scheduler is based out of our Chattanooga, TN office, and would report to the scheduling department lead. The Scheduler is responsible for coordinating with the project management team to develop and maintain cost- and resource-loaded schedules for each project under contract. This includes developing strong baseline schedules, handling regular updates in Primavera P6, and managing all phases of the schedule-from initial setup and logic creation to progress updates and recovery planning. The Scheduler will collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure each schedule remains accurate, realistic, and aligned with contract requirements. The Scheduler shall also work with the Pre-Construction department to prepare initial project schedules for specific estimates prior to bid submission.
Responsibilities & General Job Duties
- Develop, maintain, and update cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules in Primavera P6 for all projects.
- Build and maintain baseline schedules and oversee progress updates and recovery plans.
- Review design, procurement, and construction inputs to establish realistic timelines and logic sequences.
- Meet with project managers and production teams weekly to develop two-week look-ahead schedules and discuss progress, upcoming deadlines, and planned work.
- Work with Pre-Construction to prepare schedules for major bids prior to bid due dates.
- Conduct critical path and near-critical path analysis to identify potential delays and recommend recovery actions.
- Track progress, analyze variances, and forecast schedule impacts.
- Produce and distribute planning and scheduling deliverables, including progress reports, look-ahead schedules, and executive summaries.
- Support time impact analyses for delays and change orders.
- Review subcontractor schedules for logic, sequence, and accuracy.
- Help standardize scheduling practices across multiple projects.
- Communicate any milestone dates anticipated to be missed or impacts to the critical path to the Project Management Team and Director of Construction.
- Perform all project control duties using the latest Primavera scheduling software.
- Complete timely and accurate reports on projects in accordance with corporate policies.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination with project executives, clients, engineers, and other stakeholders.
- Facilitate resolution of problems and conflicts both within the project team and with customers.
- Communicate regularly with clients to ensure project goals, deliverables, and schedule expectations are met.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Scheduler for construction projects, preferably with heavy civil projects.
- 5 years of hands-on Primavera P6 experience in construction scheduling.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
- Strong understanding of CPM scheduling, logic ties, sequencing, cost, and resource loading.
- Experience with Federal or State contracts (USACE, NAVFAC, DOT) preferred.
- Experience scheduling Federal Government projects preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- PMI-SP, PMP, or AACE certification a plus but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Good working knowledge of both building and civil construction planning.
- Ability to learn and utilize new software and technology.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills across multiple departments.
- Occasional travel may be required as needed.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
We are dedicated to our employees' well-being and believe that every one of our employees has the right to work in an environment that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive. Because of this, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k with a Discretionary Company Match & 100% Immediate Vesting
- Company Paid Life and AD&D policy. (Voluntary Buy-up options)
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- AND MORE!
AIS Infrastructure affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. AIS Infrastructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.