Project Scheduler Jobs for OPT Students
Project Scheduler jobs on OPT typically sit inside construction, engineering, defense, and infrastructure firms. Most roles require proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project and fall under specialty occupation status, supporting a clean STEM OPT extension if your degree is in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
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Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Project Scheduler to join our Chipley office. As part of the Transportation Group, the Project Scheduler supports the development and maintenance of project schedules related to FDOT work. Working under close supervision, this role primarily uses established templates and standardized procedures created by more experienced team members. The Project Scheduler assists with routine schedule updates, data validation, and reporting while building foundational scheduling skills and gaining exposure to project scheduling tools and methodologies. This role will be based in our client's office 5 days a week and is not a hybrid or work from home opportunity.
About Moffatt & Nichol:
Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Use pre-built schedule templates to support the creation and updating of logic-driven project schedules under close guidance
- Perform basic schedule reviews to verify data entry accuracy and flag issues for senior team members to resolve
- Assist with monthly schedule updates in PSEE or related tools by running standard audits and validating routine data
- Generate recurring schedule reports by following established reporting templates and instructions
- Support what-if schedule analysis by preparing data sets and documenting impacts as directed
- Communicate with project teams to gather missing information or clarify simple schedule inputs
- Provide entry-level user support for scheduling tools by answering basic questions or escalating issues as needed
- Participate in continuous improvement by sharing observations and learning new tools, templates, and processes
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, Construction Management, Business or equivalent work experience in related industry; required
- 1 to 3 years of experience in related field; required
- Exposure to or early familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Oracle Primavera, Microsoft Project, or similar systems; required
- Basic understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling concepts, with willingness to learn and grow technical skills; required
- Developing analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to learn how to interpret scheduling data; required
- Ability to manage assigned tasks with regular guidance and ask for help when encountering unfamiliar issues
- Strong communication skills with the ability to document findings and ask clarifying questions
- Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, follow templates, and apply feedback to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
- Availability and willingness to travel
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
- Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire
Working conditions:
Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.
Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits:
At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:
- Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
- Family coverage is available
- Low-deductible plan available
- Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
- Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
- Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
- Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
- 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
- Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
- You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
- And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends
Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:
As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.
EEO is the LAW
If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.
INTRODUCTION
Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Project Scheduler to join our Chipley office. As part of the Transportation Group, the Project Scheduler supports the development and maintenance of project schedules related to FDOT work. Working under close supervision, this role primarily uses established templates and standardized procedures created by more experienced team members. The Project Scheduler assists with routine schedule updates, data validation, and reporting while building foundational scheduling skills and gaining exposure to project scheduling tools and methodologies. This role will be based in our client's office 5 days a week and is not a hybrid or work from home opportunity.
About Moffatt & Nichol:
Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.
Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Use pre-built schedule templates to support the creation and updating of logic-driven project schedules under close guidance
- Perform basic schedule reviews to verify data entry accuracy and flag issues for senior team members to resolve
- Assist with monthly schedule updates in PSEE or related tools by running standard audits and validating routine data
- Generate recurring schedule reports by following established reporting templates and instructions
- Support what-if schedule analysis by preparing data sets and documenting impacts as directed
- Communicate with project teams to gather missing information or clarify simple schedule inputs
- Provide entry-level user support for scheduling tools by answering basic questions or escalating issues as needed
- Participate in continuous improvement by sharing observations and learning new tools, templates, and processes
Other duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, Construction Management, Business or equivalent work experience in related industry; required
- 1 to 3 years of experience in related field; required
- Exposure to or early familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Oracle Primavera, Microsoft Project, or similar systems; required
- Basic understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling concepts, with willingness to learn and grow technical skills; required
- Developing analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to learn how to interpret scheduling data; required
- Ability to manage assigned tasks with regular guidance and ask for help when encountering unfamiliar issues
- Strong communication skills with the ability to document findings and ask clarifying questions
- Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, follow templates, and apply feedback to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
- Availability and willingness to travel
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
- Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire
Working conditions:
Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.
Moffatt & Nichol’s Employment Benefits:
At Moffatt & Nichol, we genuinely care about our team and strive to create a warm, welcoming environment. We’re excited to offer a range of great benefits and cover many costs to support you. Here are some highlights:
- Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
- Family coverage is available
- Low-deductible plan available
- Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
- Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
- Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
- Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
- 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
- Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
- You may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Plus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much more
- And because we care about all members of your family, we offer Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends
Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:
As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.
EEO is the LAW
If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Project Scheduler
Lead with your scheduling software credentials
Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project proficiency are the first things hiring managers check. List them prominently on your resume, and if you have a certification, include it. Employers equate tool fluency with immediate productivity, which reduces hesitation around OPT sponsorship.
Target industries with structured project cycles
Construction, energy, defense, and infrastructure firms run multi-year projects that justify the investment in sponsoring a scheduler. These employers are accustomed to visa paperwork and are far more likely to sponsor OPT than short-cycle industries with unpredictable headcount.
Emphasize your degree field alignment
Project Scheduler qualifies as a specialty occupation when tied to engineering, construction management, or operations research. Make the connection explicit on your resume and in cover letters. Employers need to see that your degree field directly supports the technical scheduling work they need done.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Hiring timelines for project-based roles can run six to ten weeks from application to offer. Starting your search at least three months before your graduation or current OPT expiry gives employers enough runway to process paperwork without feeling rushed by your authorization deadline.
Demonstrate experience with schedule risk and delay analysis
Generic scheduling experience is common. Candidates who can discuss critical path analysis, float management, and delay mitigation stand out significantly. Include a specific project example in your resume bullet points to signal you can contribute beyond basic data entry into a scheduler.
Prepare to explain your OPT timeline clearly and confidently
Many hiring managers confuse OPT with H-1B sponsorship. Know your authorized period, whether STEM extension applies to your degree, and your cap-gap eligibility. A concise, confident explanation removes the uncertainty that causes employers to hesitate before making an offer.
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Can I work as a Project Scheduler on OPT?
Yes. Project Scheduler roles generally qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT rules because they require applied knowledge in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline. Your degree field must have a logical connection to the scheduling work you perform. A degree in civil engineering, construction management, industrial engineering, or operations research all support this alignment well.
Does a Project Scheduler role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctorate is in an eligible STEM field such as civil engineering, industrial engineering, construction management, or operations research, and your employer enrolls in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM extension. The job itself must also have a direct relationship to your STEM degree field.
Where can I find Project Scheduler jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by OPT sponsorship willingness, so you are not applying blindly to roles that will screen you out at the work authorization question. Searching on Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to standard job boards that mix OPT-friendly and non-sponsoring employers without distinction.
Do Project Scheduler employers typically sponsor H-1B after OPT?
Large construction, defense, and infrastructure firms with established HR functions tend to have existing H-1B sponsorship processes and are more likely to continue supporting you through the lottery. Smaller project management consultancies may be willing but less experienced with the process. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas in the past.
What should I do if my Project Scheduler job is a contract or staffing role?
Contract and staffing arrangements are permitted on OPT, but your authorized employer of record must match exactly who signs your employment verification. If a staffing agency places you at a client site, the agency is your employer for OPT purposes. Confirm this before accepting any contract offer and notify your DSO so your records reflect the correct employer information.
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