Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Alexandria, VA

A Planning and Scheduling professional in the construction industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of construction projects by creating, monitoring and updating project schedules. They coordinate and integrate work across multiple teams, identify potential bottlenecks and develop solutions to keep the project on track. This role brings together all elements of a project, from initial planning to execution, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively, and project goals are met within stipulated timeframes. Their responsibilities also involve risk management, cost analysis, and communication with stakeholders.

A suitable candidate for this role should have excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills along with a deep understanding of construction processes. They should be proficient in using project management software and should have strong written and verbal communication skills. It's highly beneficial to have certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Primavera P6 certification. Prior roles that would provide valuable experience for a Planning and Scheduling position can include a Construction Project Coordinator, Construction Site Manager, or a Project Engineer.

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Master Scheduler

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Strong working knowledge of project planning techniques and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar)....

Scheduler

  • Merrifield, VA (9 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Merrifield, VA (9 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Proven experience in project planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring for complex, multi-disciplinary programs....

Integrated Master Scheduler

  • College Park, MD (14 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • College Park, MD (14 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Comprehensive experience with Critical Path Management (CPM) scheduling and planning and performing Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs)....

IT Project Coordinator

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago

IT Project Coordinator We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 220,000 people across 60 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading...

Master Scheduler I Engineering

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago

MASTER SCHEDULER I - ENGINEERING Sterling, VIRGINIA JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-06624 JOB TYPE: Contract LOCATION: Sterling, VIRGINIA PAY RATE: $25 - $28 POST DATE: June 24, 2025 : Job Description: We...

Master Scheduler (Need locals to Sterling VA)

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Master Scheduler (Need locals to Sterling VA) Job Title: Master Scheduler I Location: Sterling, VA Duration: 6 + Months with Extensions Must- Haves (Hard Skills) Must be proficient in MS Office...

Construction Scheduler - Transportation

  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

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Master Scheduler I

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Job#: 2079352 Job Description: Our client is looking for a Master Scheduler I in Sterling, VA! Location: Sterling, VA - 100% onsite Length of Contract: 6 months with possibility of...

Master Scheduler

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

This program requires US Citizenship JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for planning, tracking analysis, and reporting on projects of various contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk....

Project Coordinator

  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is...

Master Scheduler

  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Master Scheduler Location: Sterling, Virginia Type: Contract To Hire Compensation: $28.00 hourly Contractor Work Model: Onsite Security Clearance: Must be US Citizen and able to obtain a Secret...

Steel Project Coordinator

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Price and track change orders; negotiate with general contractors or owners. Work with internal teams on budgeting and project financials....

Project Scheduler-536221

  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Develops improvements in planning and scheduling techniques and monitors progress and results whether preformed in-house or by contract....

Program Scheduler

  • Springfield, VA (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, VA (11 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Program SchedulerJob Category: Project and Program ManagementTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required:...

Field Project Coordinator

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Price and track change orders; negotiate with general contractors or owners. Work with internal teams on budgeting and project financials....

Demographic Data for Alexandria, VA

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Alexandria, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
19.0%
High School or GED
13.1%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Planning and Schedulings in Alexandria, VA
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%



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