Construction Scheduler - Life Sciences

$140,000 - $160,000/Yr

Turner & Townsend - South San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - South San Francisco, CA

101-250 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Turner & Townsend is seeking a skilled Construction Scheduler to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a major biotechnology client's portfolio, which includes approximately 20 active projects. This role involves providing expert scheduling guidance, ensuring quality checks on vendor schedules, approving schedule-related change orders, and monitoring the overall health of the project portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project scheduling and the ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the client's construction project portfolio, offering expert guidance and support to Project Managers.
• Review and validate the quality and accuracy of vendor schedules to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Review and approve change orders related to schedule adjustments, ensuring all modifications are documented and accurately represented in the project timeline.
• Regularly assess the overall health of the portfolio, identifying risks and opportunities, and proactively providing recommendations to maintain schedule integrity.
• Collaborate with assigned Project Managers to develop, integrate, and maintain project schedules that align with project objectives and deadlines.
• Attend and actively participate in OAC meetings and schedule review sessions to provide insight and updates on project progress and scheduling.
• Generate, distribute, and present periodic schedule reports, keeping stakeholders informed of project status and key developments.
• Perform thorough reviews and quality checks on vendor-supplied schedules to verify accuracy, feasibility, and alignment with the project's overall timeline.
• Conduct on-site inspections as necessary to collect relevant data and insights for schedule updates and management.
• Assist in the evaluation and incorporation of schedule changes and their impact on project deliverables and timelines.
• Work with the broader Project Control team on various strategic initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of project delivery.
• Assist with the maintenance and administration of the client's portfolio management system, ensuring accurate data input and system functionality as needed.
• Provide additional support to the Project Control team and project managers as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project scheduling, with at least 2 years focused on portfolio-level management for multiple projects.
• Experience with scheduling large/medium projects is highly desired.
• Proficient in scheduling tools, such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for schedule quality checks.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise between Project Managers, vendors, and the Project Control team.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of project management principles and construction industry standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Experience with portfolio management systems.

Nice-to-haves

• PMP, PMI-SP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $140K-$160K per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Inclusive and fun company culture that promotes work-life balance.