Construction Scheduler at Foresight Planning & Engineering Services LLC – Austin, Texas

Position Summary Foresight is seeking candidates to perform construction scheduling duties for transportation (highway, bridge, and transit) in Texas. This role is a great fit for an early career professional who wants to develop CPM scheduling skills and support high-impact infrastructure work. Youll join a growing team where you can wear multiple hats, contribute to service expansion, and help shape how we deliver scheduling support statewide.

In this role, you will:
Review and analyze CPM schedules for high-impact transportation infrastructure projects across Texas
Track progress and assess critical path impacts
Support project teams and clients with schedule analysis, reporting, and dispute resolution
Contribute to growing Foresights construction scheduling service offerings
Support large project teams by providing analysis and recommendations for problem solving

Roles and Responsibilities As a key member of our team, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to wear multiple hats and help grow the companys construction scheduling service offerings. We are seeking individuals with a general understanding of transportation construction methodology and Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling. While prior experience in one or both areas is preferred, we are willing to train motivated candidates who demonstrate a strong interest in developing these skills. Key roles/responsibilities may include, but not be limited to performance and/or oversight of the following:

Review and analyze schedules using CPM for the delivery of transportation projects
Ensuring schedule compliance with relevant contract requirements
Tracking and reporting overall project progress and critical path activities
Identifying, measuring, and reporting the impacts of any changes on a projects schedule, and providing other schedule analyses to support project decisions and resolve disputes or claims
Interacting directly with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to address scheduling issues
Preparing or reviewing technical analysis reports, presentations, and/or executive summaries
Assisting with quality control review for schedule deliverables
Providing business development and operations support as needed

Job Location This role is located at Foresights Austin, Texas headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule: four days in office and one day remote, with opportunities to increase remote days in the future.

Travel Requirements Less than 25% travel is expected to attend project meetings and conferences at various locations throughout Texas. Periodic site visits may also be required, involving standing and walking outdoors on uneven terrain in varying weather conditions and the proper use of PPE (steel-toe boots, hard hat, reflective vest, gloves, eye protection).

Physical Requirements This role is primarily office-based and aligns with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) standards for professional/administrative work. Duties require extended sitting, computer use, reading, and participation in meetings, with occasional standing or light lifting of standard office materials. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications Required:
Bachelors degree in civil engineering, construction management or Associates degree in project management, or related field(s)
0-3 years of experience performing project scheduling, project controls, and/or construction management duties for transportation, utility, oil and gas, building/architectural, or other infrastructure projects
Strong communication skills and experience coordinating with others (including project team members and/or external stakeholders) to identify and address project issues

Preferred:
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) a plus but not required
Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification, and/or PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification
Working knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera P6/P3 or Microsoft Project
Understanding of transportation or similar construction methodologies
Familiarity with Department of Transportation (DOT) processes and procedures
Demonstrated progressive experience with the CPM technique to manage project schedules

Experience with the following is a plus:
Performing schedule analysis using software tools such as Schedule Analyzer or Acumen Fuse
Resolving disputes and/or claims during construction
Preparing and reviewing project estimates and scopes
Preparing and reviewing Time Impact Analyses
Developing and/or implementing project control processes and systems
Construction record keeping and document control
Conducting project risk management reviews
Knowledge of and experience with business development and administration

What We Offer
Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) plan with employer match
Company-paid life insurance
Voluntary benefits: Short- and long-term disability, supplemental life/ADD, Medical FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
Paid Time Off
Company and flexible holidays
Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career growth
A supportive, team-oriented culture rooted in our values: Family | Integrity | Quality | Leadership | Diversity | Foresight

Foresight Planning and Engineering Services, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, DMV review (if applicable), and verification of work authorization.