Project Controls -Scheduler

Position Title: Project Controls -Scheduler
Location: West Palm Beach, Florida
Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000/ Annually

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Reports To: 

This position reports functionally Client Representative for functional/project oversight and CES Company Representative employment, performance management, and contractual administration.

Position Overview

As a vital member of our Program Controls and Technology team, this role is essential for the successful execution of our projects. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Scheduler with expertise in Primavera P6 or MS Project and project planning to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. This role is critical to the successful execution of our projects, and the Scheduler will collaborate closely with owners, project managers, engineers, construction managers, and other stakeholders to develop and maintain project schedules and deliver accurate and actionable scheduling insights.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project for complex programs.
• Resource loading and leveling experience using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Ability to perform Time Impact Analysis and support delay claims
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines.
• Perform critical path analysis, identify schedule risks, and propose mitigation strategies to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, track variances, and regularly update the project team and leadership.
• Integrate resource loading and cost data into schedules to support comprehensive project planning and reporting.
• Prepare and present schedule reports, including Gantt charts, histograms, and other visual aids, to effectively communicate project status.
• Support the development of baseline schedules and ensure alignment with project objectives and contractual requirements.
• Conduct schedule audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Assist in preparing claims, change orders, and delay analysis as required.
• Provide training and support to team members on Primavera P6 or MS Project and scheduling best practices.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in project scheduling, OR no bachelor's degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience focusing on Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Proven experience in developing and managing schedules for large-scale projects
• Previous meaningful experience in Water and Sewer projects
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including scope, time, cost, and risk management.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project and other scheduling tools.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, and other project management software.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and other project control methodologies.

Soft Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Perform additional project controls-related duties as required.

Preferred Certifications:

• PMP, or PMI-SP
• PSP

Company Overview

CES Consultants, Inc. is a fast-growing, civil infrastructure engineering, program management, construction management, and program controls and technology firm with offices in Miami, Broward, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, Florida, the DC Metro area, New York City, and New Jersey.

At CES, we work as a team to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with our employees and clients. We are looking for the right professionals to join us on our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable innovations that build resilient communities through smart solutions. Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
• Supporting fellow teammates by work sharing and collaborating

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.  We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.