General Contractor Assistant Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary

The Project Scheduler develops, manages and updates project schedules to align Owner capacity timelines, general contractor timelines and overall project objectives. This role supports mechanical, electrical, plumbing and structured cabling scopes and partners with project management and field teams to provide resource projections, impact analyses, progress updates and client-facing schedule reports. 

Position Details

• Analyze bid-day schedules for feasibility and risk and prepare interview presentation schedules when required to support preconstruction planning and project pursuits. 
• Develop detailed Takt and CPM logic schedules with Project Management and Supervision; establish the baseline using the general contractor's contract schedule and accurately integrate MEP and structured cabling scopes. 
• Integrate the procurement schedule, Takt plan and CPM schedule within the Owner's end-to-end schedule; create detailed activities, define sequencing and consolidate manhour breakdowns for resource loading. 
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly or as-needed schedule updates; update percent complete, document logic changes and narratives and identify schedule impacts, constraints and opportunities. 
• Generate look-ahead schedules, manpower projections and Planned vs. Earned progress reports to support near-term planning, resource decisions and evaluation of project health. 
• Analyze general contractor schedule updates for continued alignment with the Takt plan, procurement schedule and internal commitments; prepare narratives, variance reports and client-facing schedule updates. 
• Assist Project Managers with schedule impact studies, including delay analysis and resequencing, and recommend practical recovery or mitigation options based on current project conditions. 
• Conduct periodic jobsite visits to validate schedule progress and gather field data and perform other assignments that support project goals and client satisfaction. 
• Independently develops and maintains schedules within approved project requirements, scheduling standards and contract commitments. Evaluates logic, progress and resource data and recommends corrective actions, while partnering with Project Management and Supervision on changes that materially affect project milestones, client commitments, cost or field execution

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science or a related field, or equivalent technical training combined with related construction scheduling experience. 
• Minimum 2 years of construction experience preferred, ideally with exposure to MEP trades and large industrial or commercial projects. 
• Experience scheduling MEP scopes in a construction environment and applying Takt planning in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable. 
• OSHA 30-hour certification required within six (6) months of hire. 
• Employment is contingent upon meeting all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from general contractors, owners or customers. 
• Periodically visit active construction areas to validate progress and gather field data; walk and stand for extended periods; climb stairs and ladders; navigate uneven surfaces and tight quarters; and work safely near construction materials, equipment, noise, dust and changing weather conditions. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and travel to assigned project locations as required. 
• Expert-level proficiency with Takt planning, Primavera P6, CPM logic, schedule baselining, resource loading and schedule maintenance. 
• Strong understanding of MEP and structured cabling scopes, procurement integration, field sequencing and general contractor schedule interfaces. 
• Ability to produce and interpret manpower projections, Planned vs. Earned reports, impact analyses, look-ahead schedules, narratives and variance reports. 
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical schedule information to field teams, project leaders and clients. 
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, independent judgment, diplomacy and solutions-oriented problem solving in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and the ability and motivation to quickly learn and adapt to new software systems. 

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. 

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).