Construction Scheduling Manager
Location: San Diego, CA
Job Type: Full time
Company: K2 Staffing
Salary: $
Category: Construction
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The Construction Scheduling Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering successful commercial construction projects by overseeing and optimizing all aspects of project scheduling. As a key team leader, the Construction Scheduling Manager ensures rigorous scheduling standards, risk management, and seamless coordination between project stakeholders. This full-time position is based in San Diego, CA, and offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant construction industry hub. The Construction Scheduling Manager collaborates with project executives, superintendents, estimators, and regional teams to drive project success through effective schedule management, strategic planning, and team mentoring.
Construction Scheduling Manager - SummaryAs a Construction Scheduling Manager, you will be responsible for managing the scheduling process across multiple commercial construction projects. You will maintain oversight of high-risk projects, coordinate deep-dive reviews with executive teams, and implement recovery plans for delayed projects. Your expertise in Primavera P6 and advanced scheduling concepts will support pre-construction, construction, and regional operations, ensuring that all schedules reflect project requirements and company standards. This role provides significant opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, employee-owned company dedicated to safety, sustainability, and community engagement.
Duties & Responsibilities- Maintain a regional high-risk projects list and conduct monthly reviews with Operations, Executives, and Senior Superintendents.
- Conduct forensic schedule reviews and develop recovery strategies for delay projects.
- Organize deep dives with project teams, Project Executives, and Senior Superintendents, and follow up on resulting actions.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Preconstruction teams to ensure timely scheduling input for RFPs.
- Advise the Estimating team on budget requirements to support scheduling upon project award.
- Review RFPs and baseline schedule submissions developed by regional Schedulers, ensuring compliance with contract/scheduling specifications.
- Establish schedule management processes, align on budgeted hours, and approve baseline schedules with appropriate detail and health reviews.
- Monitor and perform spot checks on project schedules managed by the team or regional schedulers.
- Review and address missed or incorrect delay documentation and identify critical path slippage trends.
- Communicate concerns and critical activities to the project team, ensuring that activities remain on track.
- Set up and document owner schedule review meetings as required, attending as necessary for project success.
- Mentor and provide direction to support staff, develop and update regional schedule training plans, and research industry trends in construction scheduling.
- Support multiple projects and work at various jobsites as required.
- Group medical, vision, and dental insurance with both PPO and High Deductible/HSA plan options, including company contributions to HSA.
- Company-paid short and long-term disability, group life insurance, and AD&D plans.
- Flexible vacation policy and accrued sick leave with annual carryover options.
- 9 paid holidays each year and paid parental leave.
- Annual discretionary bonus based on company profitability and performance assessment.
- 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% company matching, immediate 100% vesting, and both traditional and Roth options.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after one year of service, offering an ownership stake in the company.
- Vehicle/vehicle allowance, fuel card, and toll pass provided as part of your employment package.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of scheduling experience on commercial construction projects.
- Demonstrated success in implementing strategic scheduling initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 scheduling software.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with owners, subcontractors, senior leaders, and project teams.
- High degree of initiative, personal responsibility, and integrity.
- Experienced leader with a proven track record in commercial construction scheduling and project risk management.
- Expert in Primavera P6 and construction scheduling best practices.
- Natural mentor who enjoys developing and training others in scheduling processes and tools.
- Effective communicator and collaborator who thrives in team-oriented environments and is committed to delivering client satisfaction.
- Adaptable and resourceful in managing multiple, complex projects and adjusting to evolving project needs.
- Physical Demands: The Construction Scheduling Manager role requires regular sitting, communication, reaching, and manipulation of objects and controls. Mobility is essential, and duties may include moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Manual dexterity and coordination are needed for more than half of the work period while operating standard office equipment.
- Work Environment: This position is based in a professional office environment and requires on-site presence at various jobsites as needed. The role utilizes standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Collaboration and a strong supervisor/employee relationship are central to the work culture, and remote work is not typical for this role.
- The company is committed to maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Location Highlight: San Diego, CA is known for its dynamic construction industry, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development in commercial construction management.
If you are an experienced construction scheduling professional seeking to advance your career within a collaborative and innovative company, we encourage you to apply for the Construction Scheduling Manager position today by clicking the job application button below. Join a team that values your expertise and dedication in one of the nation's most exciting construction markets!