Project Scheduler

Employer: PADCOM Design & Construction Management Services
Client: Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) – Facilities Services Division
Division: Project Execution
Location: Los Angeles County School Sites – Onsite
Schedule: Full-Time

About the Role

PADCOM Design & Construction Management Services is seeking a Project Scheduler to support construction scheduling and program controls across LAUSD facilities projects.

This role is responsible for independently reviewing contractor schedules, performing schedule analysis, and supporting program-level reporting and forecasting. The position plays a critical role in monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and ensuring schedules align with contract requirements and program objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings across disciplines (architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil) to understand full project scope.

• Review contractor baseline schedules in Primavera P6 and identify missing scope, logic, milestones, and critical path activities.

• Analyze contractor monthly schedule updates and document schedule delays, slippage, and impacts.

• Perform QA/QC reviews of schedule submittals for compliance with contract requirements.

• Develop Earned Value Analysis (EVA) curves based on program guidelines.

• Monitor construction progress and identify schedule risks and recovery opportunities.

• Generate and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and variance reports, including root cause analysis and mitigation recommendations.

• Develop or review preliminary construction schedules based on plans and specifications.

• Perform Time Impact Analysis (TIA) using industry-accepted methodologies.

• Evaluate contract documents to determine entitlement to time extensions.

• Participate in project meetings and communicate schedule issues with project teams.

• Maintain and update program and master schedules.

• Ensure proper use of scheduling standards, coding structures, and reporting formats.

• Conduct site visits to verify construction progress and schedule alignment.

• Prepare reports and presentations for project leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any field with additional two (2) years of relevant scheduling experience

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in construction scheduling

• Experience working for an owner, consultant, or general contractor

• Experience on public works or educational facility projects preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (latest version)

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Understanding of cost engineering, scheduling principles, and schedule forensics

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders

Work Conditions & Requirements

• Onsite position supporting active construction projects

• May require site visits and coordination with multiple project teams

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Range: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Schedule: Full-Time

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Submit the following through the PADCOM careers portal:

• Resume highlighting construction scheduling experience

• Cover letter

• Certifications or training (if applicable)