Construction Scheduler I - Project Controls

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Scheduler I

Pay Range: $90,000-100,000/year plus benefits

Location : APSI Corporate Office located at 8885 Research Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

Anticipated Start Date:  ASAP

Project Details (Size, SOW, Site Background, etc.):

APSI is currently seeking a Scheduler I to join our corporate team in Irvine, CA. This is an in-house position supporting APSI’s corporate staff and internal project scheduling needs.

The Scheduler I will work under the guidance of senior staff to assist with planning, scheduling, and progress tracking across multiple projects. Responsibilities will include maintaining and updating project schedules, tracking project progress, assisting with schedule and progress reporting, and coordinating with internal teams to help maintain accurate project information.

This position provides hands-on experience with Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, construction scheduling, and project controls in a collaborative environment.

Daily Responsibilities: 

Work closely with senior staff to track project timelines, update schedules, and support the overall planning effort. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Assisting with regular updates to project schedules
• Helping prepare reports on progress, cost, and timelines (including cash flow tracking)
• Supporting schedule reviews and updates from contractors and internal teams
• Utilizing and configuring construction project portfolio management software to create and update Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules
• Analyzing and reviewing Time Impact Analyses (TIA) to understand the impact of delays or changes on CPM schedules
• Performing earned value analysis at various stages of the project lifecycle
• Conducting forensic schedule analysis to support the evaluation of construction claims or potential schedule impacts
• Performing on-site monitoring to help verify actual progress against reported progress
• Assisting in the coordination of the change order process, including identifying scope changes from RFIs and preparing change order packages for approval
• Participating in regular construction project status meetings and collaborating with project teams on schedule-related items
• Learning to create “what-if” scenario schedules based on project changes. 
• Occasionally supporting senior team members or stepping in to cover tasks as needed

Required Qualifications (Experience, Education, Certifications, Clearances, etc.): 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience in construction scheduling 
• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or other project review tools
• Interest in working on large, complex building projects 
• Self-starter with a proactive, results-oriented mindset and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities

Prefer red Qualifications:

• Previous work experience as a scheduler
• Very good knowledge of construction means and methods, sequencing, and strong knowledge of Oracle P6, including MS Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Experience or exposure to healthcare, hospital, or public sector construction projects
• A basic understanding of construction processes and sequencing. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and tools like Bluebeam