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PM2CM

Manages construction projects, schedules and costs

Junior Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
$75k - $80k+ 3% 401(k) match
Entry, Junior
Bachelor's
Los Angeles, CA, USA
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • One year of full-time paid professional scheduling experience for an owner or general contractor is required; experience on multiple educational facilities or public works projects is preferred.
  • Development and project management experience is required; internship or academic projects are accepted.
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is required.
  • Familiarity with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is a plus.
  • Understanding of basic project management principles is required.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities are required.
  • Verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team is required.
  • Willingness to learn about project control functions is required.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in creating, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules using scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
  • Collaborate with project teams to gather information needed to develop and update schedules.
  • Maintain documentation related to schedule changes and updates.
  • Monitor project timelines and milestones in support of project controls functions.
  • Participate in regular project meetings and provide updates on schedule status and potential impacts.
  • Assist in identifying scheduling risks and documenting issues that may affect project timelines.
  • Contribute to preparing schedule reports for project management and stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
  • Scheduling experience on multiple educational facilities or public works projects.
  • Familiarity with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

About the company

PM2CM manages projects and construction programs for organizations planning and delivering buildings and infrastructure. Its professional services cover scheduling, estimating, cost controls, document controls and claims avoidance, helping clients organize work during design and construction. The company works with project owners and delivery teams to track budgets and progress, coordinate decisions and manage changes as projects develop. Its assignments include electrical infrastructure and school construction, where its specialists work alongside client managers, engineers and construction teams on defined delivery needs. Founded in 2014, PM2CM is headquartered in Torrance, California.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Torrance, CA

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Health insurance is employer-paid in one role: PM2CM's senior scheduler posting offers fully paid health coverage.
  • Retirement contributions include a stated match: PM2CM's project cost estimator opening advertises a 3% 401(k) match.
  • One field-assessment role includes paid year-end closure: PM2CM advertises time off during the year's final week.

What critics are saying

  • Senior scheduling has a high experience bar: PM2CM requires seven-plus years of verifiable experience and Primavera P6 proficiency.
  • Remote recruiting still has a local boundary: PM2CM requires its talent specialist to live within commuting distance of Torrance.
  • Hybrid construction work includes fixed attendance: PM2CM's Pomona manager posting specifies Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the office or field.

What makes PM2CM unique

  • Progress measurement extends beyond schedules: PM2CM includes earned-value management alongside risk analysis and change management in its controls expertise.
  • Estimates are checked independently: PM2CM's school-project estimator compares its own cost estimates with contractor proposals to identify differences.
  • Field surveys use digital records: PM2CM's facilities supervisor collects condition and remaining-life data through tablets and other digital platforms.

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