Scheduler

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits

Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

And more!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking a Scheduler to join our Carolinas team. This role will be based in Raleigh with expected monthly travel to Charlotte to support projects in the region. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented construction professional with strong scheduling skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and operational excellence.

This role plays a critical part in supporting Business Development, Preconstruction, Operations, and Legal by preparing, developing, and maintaining project schedules. Responsibilities include building pursuit, baseline, and construction schedules; coordinating with project teams and subcontractors; supporting schedule updates and analyses; and mentoring operations teams on scheduling processes and software.

Essential Functions

Scheduling and Planning:

• Develop conceptual, pursuit, preconstruction, and detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Build baseline and procurement schedules in coordination with project teams and subcontractors.
• Create schedule visuals, charts, and reports to support communication and planning.

Schedule Update and Analysis:

• Perform regular schedule updates, including logic adjustments, duration changes, and activity modifications.
• Support change order reviews and perform or assist with Time Impact Analyses (TIAs) to evaluate delays and recovery options.
• Prepare monthly schedule status reports and maintain billing schedules.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with field and office personnel to align schedules with construction sequencing and means/methods.
• Train operations staff on scheduling software, CPM concepts, and schedule documentation.
• Participate in project reviews and meetings to assess schedule risk, discuss delays, and propose recovery strategies.

Administrative & Software Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate schedule files, documentation, and software license inventory.
• Ensure schedules comply with company standards and contractual requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field OR 7+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, including 5+ years of Scheduling experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with P6 Professional, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Suite.
• Demonstrated experience with construction-related scheduling Critical Path Method.
• Working knowledge of construction methods and processes.
• Knowledge of contract requirements and notice requirements.
• Skilled in scheduling and estimating.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Understanding of constructability, sequencing, procurement workflows, and baseline planning principles.
• Ability to travel as needed within division for meetings, schedule development, and training.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in scheduling and productivity claims.
• Working knowledge of virtual construction technology systems (4D).
• Proficiency in creating baseline schedules for large or complex projects.
• Experience performing time impact analyses (fragnets) and explaining impact calculations.
• Familiarity with schedule risk evaluation.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.