Project Scheduler – Heavy Civil Construction

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed.

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family. That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect.

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of.

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

As a Project Scheduler, you will play a critical role in planning, coordinating, and monitoring project schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to maintain accurate schedules and provide actionable insights. This position will be based out of our Burnsville, MN, but will be required to have extended stays at project sites throughout the region.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and preconstruction managers in the development of CPM schedules for projects, pre-bid project evaluations, and preconstruction services  
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective scheduling management filing system
• Coordinate and monitor project timelines and deadlines for CPM schedules and project schedule reports
• Accommodate updates and changes to project schedules
• Assist in identifying potential project schedule delays and development of a time impact analysis
• Facilitate and create action items to provide detailed analysis and reports to support schedule updates, changes, impacts, or delays
• Assist in the development of monthly project schedule narratives which describe schedule progress, logic changes, implementation of project changes and detailed explanation of potential impacts or delays
• Instruct and train project personnel to enhance understanding, development, and use of Primavera P6 software to create and maintain effective schedules
• Document project scheduling and maintaining accurate records
• Provide technical assistance to stakeholders internally and externally
• Other duties as assigned

Experience, Education, and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field
• 3-5 years minimum of related experience in heavy civil construction CPM scheduling
• Must have experience as an employee of a heavy civil, self-performing construction company, working specifically on projects based in California
• Must have working field knowledge of heavy civil construction activities as it relates to earthwork, concrete structures, foundations, underground utilities, subcontractor scopes such as electrical, landscaping, fencing, etc.
• Knowledge of CPM scheduling, Primavera P6 software, along with the ability to create accurate and comprehensive schedules and reports
• Ability to create CPM resource loading, Activity Codes, Time Impact Analysis, delay impacts, narrative statements, and sequence analysis on a monthly basis
• Experience working with public and private clients in Southern California on highway heavy and civil construction related projects
• Understanding and knowledge of contract administration with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers as it relates to scheduling
• Communicate effectively with personnel
• Possess good planning, time management and organizational skills
• Understanding of all construction related field activities, project specifications, applications and interpretation
• Computer literate in Word, Excel, Primavera (P6), Outlook, and other process skillsets necessary to manage project scheduling

Working Conditions

• This position will be required to travel and have extended stays on project sites throughout the US. Travel – 50%-60%
• Office Environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally
• Active construction job sites: including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects.

• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust.
• Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment.
• May require extended work hours, early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays to meet project schedules.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites.

Total Rewards

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction.

• Base salary range is $90,000 - $125,000 a year, which varies depending on many factors, including experience, skills, and knowledge.
• This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.
• Ames offers generous retirement benefits, including Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) participation and a 401k match.
• Ames' non-craft health benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, company holidays, and paid time off. Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information.
  

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.