Schedule Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Scheduler Manager is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing the scheduling function across all phases of a construction project. This role manages schedule creation, maintenance, and integration across teams, phases, and partnerships. The Scheduler Manager ensures alignment with contract terms, promotes best practices in schedule management, and serves as a key liaison between internal teams, clients, and partners. The position requires advanced knowledge of scheduling software, construction methodologies, and Advanced Work Packaging, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

PRIMARY POSITION OBJECTIVE

To lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of project schedules, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with project goals. The Scheduler Manager is accountable for supervising scheduling staff, driving schedule mitigation efforts, and delivering clear, actionable schedule insights to stakeholders at all levels. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of industry experience, or 10 years of relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years in scheduling or project controls.
• Advanced knowledge of CPM scheduling and earned value reporting.
• Proficiency in scheduling software (Primavera, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Acumen Fuse, Work Packaging Software
• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

SALARY/PAY RATE:

• In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the expected salary range for this Illinois position, Schedule Manager, is between $122,699.20 and $179,859.26* annually. Actual compensation will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. 

BENEFITS:

• Schedule Manager is eligible for participation in Zachry’s Total Employee Rewards Program, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ancillary benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. 

PAID TIME AWAY:

• The Schedule Manager is also eligible for paid time away benefits, including company-provided paid time off and holidays, in accordance with applicable company policies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Office-based with occasional site visits
• May lift up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent use of computer and office equipment

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

Relocation Requirement: Must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere within the United States.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage scheduling team operations, performance reviews, and mentoring.

• Lead schedule development, baseline, and re-baseline efforts.

• Produce and review weekly/monthly scheduling reports.

• Coordinate with project departments to resolve issues and ensure alignment.

• Represent scheduling in client meetings, cost reviews, and change order discussions.

• Ensure compliance with contract terms and promote RBP document usage.

• Maintain schedule integrity and perform quality checks (e.g., float, open ends, Acumen Fuse).