Project Scheduler

About Emil Anderson Construction
Emil Anderson Construction (EAC) is a civil construction leader with a proud legacy of excellence and innovation. Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, we deliver projects across the province, specializing in roadbuilding, highway paving, and a broad range of complex civil infrastructure.Division: Emil Anderson ConstructionDepartment: EACAbout Emil Anderson Construction
Emil Anderson Construction (EAC) is a civil construction leader with a proud legacy of excellence and innovation. Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, we deliver projects across the province, specializing in roadbuilding, highway paving, and a broad range of complex civil infrastructure.For more than 85 years, EAC has earned a reputation for providing high-quality, value-driven solutions. Our collaborative approach brings owners, partners, and stakeholders together to design and execute projects that stand the test of time.We take pride in our people, our work, and our contribution to the infrastructure that connects and strengthens communities across British Columbia. Supported by regional offices, equipment yards, and maintenance facilities in Kelowna, Hope, and Chilliwack, we are positioned to serve communities throughout the province.Our success is rooted in our Core Values: Safety, Leadership, Improvement, Commitment, and Excellence. Joining our team means working on landmark projects, learning from industry leaders, and advancing your career in a supportive, safety-focused culture.The Opportunity
We are seeking a Project Scheduler with civil construction experience to support projects from pursuit and estimating through active construction.As a Project Scheduler with our Estimating team, you will collaborate with Estimators, Operations, Project Managers, Superintendents, and Subcontractors to develop practical, logic-driven schedules aligned with construction methodology. Your work will strengthen tender submissions, support the transition into execution, and provide clear progress updates and early identification of schedule risks and recovery options.Based in our Kelowna head office, you will bring construction knowledge, disciplined scheduling practices, clear communication, and a proactive approach to identifying constraints, risks, and opportunities.Your Key Responsibilities
Lead or support preliminary, proposal, and tender schedules for civil infrastructure pursuits, including sequencing, phasing, durations, milestones, calendars, and resource requirements.Develop and maintain detailed, logic-linked baseline and master schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 to meet client requirements.Validate production rates, crew and equipment assumptions, calendars, access constraints, and constructability with estimating and operations teams. Implement resource loading into schedules as and where applicable.Integrate engineering, permitting, environmental commitments, procurement lead times, subcontractor work, owner activities, commissioning, and other project interfaces into schedules.Prepare tender and proposal schedule content, including narratives, basis-of-schedule documentation, milestone summaries, and phasing plans.Update schedules using field progress, quantity and productivity data, and input from project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and other parties.Monitor critical and near-critical paths, float, milestones, variances, constraints, and trends;
communicate impacts andrecommended actions.Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for project and leadership reviews.Work with project and estimating teams to conduct scenario, what-if, and recovery analyses to assess sequencing alternatives, acceleration options, and mitigation measures.Support change management and schedule-impact assessments through records of approved baselines, updates, revisions, assumptions, and supporting information.Facilitate collaborative planning and schedule reviews to clarify accountabilities, interfaces, and priorities, ensuring safe, executable schedules reflect realistic access, work-area, traffic-management, environmental, and operational constraints.Your Qualifications & Skills
A diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.Experience in construction scheduling, planning, estimating, or project controls, preferably within heavy civil, roadbuilding, highway, bridge, utility, earthworks, or major infrastructure construction.Understanding of civil construction methods, sequencing, production rates, and resource requirements.Experience developing and updating schedules, look-ahead planning, and forecasting.Knowledge of Critical Path Methodology (CPM), work sequencing, and progress tracking.Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and tender documents.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify scheduling conflicts and communicate practical solutions.Strong written and verbal communication skills and sound judgment.Working proficiency with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 is strongly preferred;
Excel experience is an asset.Self-motivated and organized, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.Job Competencies
PlanningAttention to DetailCommunicationTeam CollaborationTime ManagementWhat We Offer
The chance to be part of landmark projects that shape communities across British Columbia, while building your career with a company that is trusted for over 85 years. As part of the Emil Anderson Group of companies, you'll join a culture where people are more than employees - they are contributors, owners, and leaders. Here, you'll have opportunities to learn from industry experts, grow your skills and make a lasting impact across a diverse range of projects.Competitive salary range.Opportunity to participate in ShareCo, our employee ownership program.Comprehensive benefits package (if applicable).RRSP matching program (if applicable).Training and career development opportunities.Annual safety recognition and employee appreciation programs.ShareCo
For four generations, Emil Anderson Group has thrived as a successful, family-owned and operated company. In 2024, we expanded that legacy by launching ShareCo - our Employee Ownership Program, giving eligible team members the opportunity to become owners in EAG and share directly in the company’s performance and growth.This ownership model deepens our culture of collaboration, accountability, and shared success. When you contribute ideas, drive innovation, or deliver exceptional results, you are not just helping to build great projects - you are helping to build your own financial future.Safety & Compliance
Safety is our highest priority. All employees are expected to work in compliance with company safety policies and WorkSafeBC regulations, wear appropriate PPE, and participate in toolbox talks and safety training, where applicable.Belonging Statement
Emil Anderson Group is an equal opportunity employer, in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, promotions and benefits. We base such decisions solely on job-related qualifications, skills and abilities without regard to race, nationality, ethnicity, color, gender, political affiliation, religion/belief system, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, age, diverse ability or any other characteristic.
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