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As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Job Summary
The Project Scheduler will provide technical assistance in creating and updating CPM schedules at all phases of each project throughout their duration, from conceptual to close-out. You will be Sundt Construction's in-house scheduling expert, including coordinating the CPM schedule creation and updating tasks directly with the project superintendent. The Project Scheduler produces and delivers various reports from the CPM schedule to the project team and may supervise one or more Project Scheduler assistants. The Project Scheduler I position includes 3-5 years CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction. This position will start in our Tempe, AZ office and then travel to the project located in Bagdad, AZ which is required for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists in the development of claims by providing analysis of project CPM schedule performance.
- Assists the Project Superintendent with the incorporation into the CPM schedule the effects from design conflicts and clarifications.
- Assists the project superintendent with the management of the CPM schedule for the successful execution of the work, including the coordination of the means and methods, manpower, equipment and material resources required to accomplish this goal.
- Conducts project CPM schedule review meetings at each of proposal, baseline and update phases.
- Creates the baseline schedule based on logic and sequence information provided by the project superintendent.
- Develops proposal phase CPM schedules from project information provided by the estimating team and historical database.
- Produce a final as-built CPM schedule at the completion of each project.
- Provides reports each month to the general manager indicating the status of the CPM schedule for each project.
- Regularly updates and maintains the historical CPM schedule database.
- Revises each project CPM schedule on a weekly basis from reports completed by the project superintendent.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
- Five years or more of CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
- Four-year construction management or engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), scheduling systems, negotiations, engineering and cost control schedules.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
- May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
- Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
- Will interact with people frequently during a shift/workday
- Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
About us
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Job Description
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities, and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Job Summary
The Project Scheduler will provide technical assistance in creating and updating CPM schedules at all phases of each project throughout their duration, from conceptual to close-out. You will be Sundt Construction's in-house scheduling expert, including coordinating the CPM schedule creation and updating tasks directly with the project superintendent. The Project Scheduler produces and delivers various reports from the CPM schedule to the project team and may supervise one or more Project Scheduler assistants. The Project Scheduler I position includes 3-5 years CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction. This position will start in our Tempe, AZ office and then travel to the project located in Bagdad, AZ which is required for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists in the development of claims by providing analysis of project CPM schedule performance.
- Assists the Project Superintendent with the incorporation into the CPM schedule the effects from design conflicts and clarifications.
- Assists the project superintendent with the management of the CPM schedule for the successful execution of the work, including the coordination of the means and methods, manpower, equipment and material resources required to accomplish this goal.
- Conducts project CPM schedule review meetings at each of proposal, baseline and update phases.
- Creates the baseline schedule based on logic and sequence information provided by the project superintendent.
- Develops proposal phase CPM schedules from project information provided by the estimating team and historical database.
- Produce a final as-built CPM schedule at the completion of each project.
- Provides reports each month to the general manager indicating the status of the CPM schedule for each project.
- Regularly updates and maintains the historical CPM schedule database.
- Revises each project CPM schedule on a weekly basis from reports completed by the project superintendent.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
- Five years or more of CPM scheduling experience in similar types of construction.
- Four-year construction management or engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, and methods), scheduling systems, negotiations, engineering and cost control schedules.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
- May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
- May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
- May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
- Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
- Will interact with people frequently during a shift/workday
- Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
About us
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
- Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
- Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
- Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee-Owner Perks
- Educational Assistance
- Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Project Scheduler
Emphasize technical complexity
Highlight specialized scheduling software expertise (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and complex resource optimization. USCIS values technical depth that distinguishes project scheduling from general administrative coordination roles.
Document degree relevance
Engineering, construction management, or project management degrees strongly support specialty occupation requirements. If your degree differs, emphasize relevant coursework in operations research, systems analysis, or industrial engineering.
Target infrastructure employers
Construction firms, engineering consultancies, and infrastructure companies regularly sponsor visas for project schedulers. They understand the specialized nature of the role and have established sponsorship processes.
Highlight critical path methodology
Demonstrate expertise in critical path method (CPM), earned value management, and risk analysis. These specialized techniques show the role requires professional-level knowledge beyond basic scheduling coordination.
Show project scale complexity
Quantify project complexity through metrics like budget size, timeline duration, resource counts, and stakeholder management. Large-scale projects require sophisticated scheduling expertise that supports specialty occupation classification.
Consider TN visa eligibility
Canadian and Mexican citizens may qualify under TN 'Engineer' category if the role involves engineering analysis. This can be faster than H-1B with immediate work authorization upon approval.
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What degree do I need for project scheduler visa sponsorship?
A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or operations research typically qualifies. Some employers accept business degrees with relevant project management coursework. The key is demonstrating that specialized education is required for the scheduling complexity involved.
Do project schedulers qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B?
Yes, when the position requires specialized knowledge in critical path methodology, resource optimization, or complex project management systems. USCIS distinguishes between basic administrative scheduling and professional-level project scheduling that requires technical expertise and formal education.
Which industries sponsor project schedulers most often?
Construction, engineering consulting, oil and gas, aerospace, and infrastructure development companies frequently sponsor project schedulers. These industries rely on complex scheduling for multi-million dollar projects and understand the specialized nature of professional project scheduling roles.
Can project schedulers qualify for TN visas?
Canadian and Mexican citizens may qualify under the TN 'Engineer' category if the role involves engineering analysis, technical evaluation, or requires engineering judgment. The position must demonstrate engineering-level complexity beyond basic scheduling coordination to meet TN requirements.
What if my project scheduler role doesn't require a specific degree?
If the job posting lists degree requirements as 'preferred' rather than 'required,' visa approval becomes more difficult. Work with employers to revise job descriptions emphasizing technical complexity and degree necessity. Alternative paths include demonstrating equivalent experience through the three-for-one rule.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Project Scheduler jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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