Balfour Beatty
Scheduler
As an industry leader,Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time
- Paid Personal and Volunteer Days
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
Balfour Beatty is seeking aScheduler or Senior Schedulerto join our Charlotte team. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented construction professional with strong scheduling skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and operational excellence.
This role plays a critical part in supporting Business Development, Preconstruction, Operations, and Legal by preparing, developing, and maintaining project schedules. Responsibilities include building pursuit, baseline, and construction schedules; coordinating with project teams and subcontractors; supporting schedule updates and analyses; and mentoring operations teams on scheduling processes and software.
Senior-level candidates will take on larger, more complex projects, lead schedule planning efforts, guide teams through schedule recovery strategies, perform time impact analyses, and support schedule risk assessments.
Essential Functions
- Scheduling and Planning:
- Develop conceptual, pursuit, preconstruction, and detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
- Build baseline and procurement schedules in coordination with project teams and subcontractors.
- Create schedule visuals, charts, and reports to support communication and planning.
- Schedule Update and Analysis:
- Perform regular schedule updates, including logic adjustments, duration changes, and activity modifications.
- Support change order reviews and perform or assist with Time Impact Analyses (TIAs) to evaluate delays and recovery options.
- Prepare monthly schedule status reports and maintain billing schedules.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with field and office personnel to align schedules with construction sequencing and means/methods.
- Train operations staff on scheduling software, CPM concepts, and schedule documentation.
- Participate in project reviews and meetings to assess schedule risk, discuss delays, and propose recovery strategies.
- Administrative & Software Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate schedule files, documentation, and software license inventory.
- Ensure schedules comply with company standards and contractual requirements.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field;
OR 4+ years of progressive commercial construction experience. - 2+ years of construction field experience.
- 1+ year of hands-on experience with Oracle Primavera P6, Phoenix, or similar CPM scheduling software.
- Understanding of constructability, sequencing, procurement workflows, and baseline planning principles.
- Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, and scheduling software.
- Ability to travel as needed for meetings, schedule development, and training.
- Ability to create, update, and maintain cost- and resource-loaded schedules.
Preferred Experience (Senior Scheduler Level)
- 5+ years of construction scheduling or construction management experience.
- Proficiency in creating baseline schedules for large or complex projects.
- Ability to lead Lean planning sessions (milestone, phase, and weekly work planning).
- Experience performing time impact analyses (fragnets) and explaining impact calculations.
- Strong understanding of critical path analysis, change management, and re-sequencing strategies.
- Ability to train Project Engineers, field staff, and other schedulers in CPM and P6 usage.
- Familiarity with earned value, resource leveling, and schedule risk evaluation.
About Us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private clients nationwide. From heavy civil infrastructure to complex vertical construction, our teams build unique, modern structures and spaces that define how people live, work, and connect in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes, and the determination to find a better way.
Through ourZero Harm®initiative, we are redefining safety in the construction industry. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our work.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors byEngineering News-RecordBalfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Schedulers in commercial construction excel with expertise in Oracle Primavera P6, CPM scheduling, and detailed knowledge of procurement and sequencing workflows. Mastery of Excel and understanding constructability boost their ability to develop precise, resource-loaded project timelines essential for smooth operations.
Daily tasks involve updating project timelines, analyzing schedule impacts from delays, coordinating with subcontractors, and generating visual reports. Effective schedulers juggle maintaining baseline schedules while communicating changes promptly to teams, ensuring projects stay aligned with operational goals.
Yes, progression from Scheduler to Senior Scheduler or Schedule Manager is common, often requiring deeper expertise in complex project planning, leadership in lean planning sessions, and proficiency in risk assessment. Expanding skills in time impact analysis and schedule recovery strategies can accelerate growth.
Balfour Beatty provides comprehensive medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and tuition assistance. Their zero harm® safety initiative and emphasis on lean practices create a collaborative environment that values employee well-being alongside professional development.
Schedulers at Balfour Beatty are expected to manage detailed construction schedules, engage cross-functional teams, and mentor staff on scheduling tools. The role demands accuracy and adaptability, supporting large-scale projects while adhering to company standards and fostering a safety-first culture.
Cornelius and the greater Charlotte area show growing demand for skilled Schedulers due to expanding construction activities. While competition exists, candidates with Primavera P6 expertise and commercial construction experience are highly sought after, offering favorable hiring opportunities.
Commuting within Cornelius is generally manageable, but candidates should consider traffic patterns, especially during peak hours. Proximity to job sites and flexibility in travel for meetings or training can influence daily efficiency and work-life balance for Schedulers.
Schedulers in Cornelius typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and project complexity. Senior Schedulers or those proficient in advanced scheduling software can command salaries at the higher end, reflecting their critical role in project success.
At Balfour Beatty, scheduling is deeply embedded within lean planning and zero harm® safety initiatives. Schedulers collaborate closely with operations and legal teams, emphasizing accuracy and risk mitigation to support efficient, safe project delivery aligned with company values.
Schedulers at Balfour Beatty often take on mentoring roles, lead recovery strategy development, and engage directly with change order analysis. The emphasis on comprehensive schedule documentation and adherence to contractual standards distinguishes this role in a highly structured environment.
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