Construction Project Scheduler

Company Overview

Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc. is a family owned, 129 year old general contracting firm committed to delivering high-quality construction solutions that meet our clients' needs and uphold our core values of integrity, safety, and excellence.

Position Summary

The Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules for all active and upcoming construction projects. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and executive leadership to ensure accurate, realistic, and coordinated schedules are established and maintained throughout each project’s lifecycle. The Scheduler plays a key role in supporting strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational performance tracking across the company’s portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain baseline and updated project schedules using approved scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents to define logical work sequences, durations, and dependencies.
• Conduct regular schedule updates, progress reviews, and variance analyses.
• Support project teams in identifying and mitigating schedule risks and impacts.
• Instruct the project teams how to prepare look-ahead schedules and reports for internal meetings and client presentations.
• Standardize scheduling procedures and templates to ensure consistency across projects.
• Assist with preconstruction planning and bid scheduling to support pursuit efforts.
• Provide training and guidance to project teams on scheduling best practices and company standards.
• Coordinate with field operations to verify progress and validate schedule accuracy.
• Support claims analysis and time impact studies when delays or changes occur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5–7 years of construction scheduling experience in commercial or industrial projects.
• Strong proficiency in scheduling software (Primavera P6 preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and logistics.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple schedules simultaneously.

As an equal opportunity employer, it is the policy of The Shockey Companies that employment practices shall not be influenced by an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation; gender identity, and sexual orientation), age (40 or older), disability, national origin, veteran status or genetic information (including family medical history).

The Shockey Companies acknowledge that our human capital is our greatest asset. This belief has allowed us to remain successful since our founding in 1896. Fostering a diverse workforce of varied life, educational, and cultural backgrounds supports our goal of attracting and retaining top talent. We believe a range of different backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences is crucial to developing cutting edge processes that allow us to remain a leader in the construction industry. This belief also supports our Partner of Choice commitment to our employees and our customers to deliver construction services of exceptional quality and value. We believe the work environment should be one of inclusion where all are treated with dignity and respect, and we expect the same from our employees toward their co-workers and our industry partners.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person