Junior Scheduler – Aviation & Infrastructure – DMV Region*

Junior Scheduler – Aviation & Infrastructure – DMV Region

Washington, D.C. | Maryland | Virginia (DMV Region)

Full-Time | On-Site | DMV Region

Why CMTS?

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver.

About Your Role

CMTS is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Scheduler to support aviation, transportation, and public infrastructure capital improvement projects throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) Region. This role will assist project controls, construction management, and project management teams with scheduling development, schedule updates, progress tracking, reporting, and schedule analysis activities throughout all phases of project delivery.

The Junior Scheduler will work closely with senior schedulers, project managers, contractors, consultants, and client representatives to help support schedule management processes and maintain accurate project schedules and reporting systems. This position is ideal for an individual looking to grow a career in project controls, scheduling, and infrastructure program management.

Projects may include airport terminal renovations, roadway improvements, transportation infrastructure upgrades, utility modernization projects, vertical construction, transit facilities, and other public sector capital improvement initiatives.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Architecture, or related field preferred

or

• An equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant scheduling or construction coordination experience

What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done

• 1–4 years of scheduling, project coordination, construction administration, or project controls experience
• Basic understanding of construction scheduling principles, critical path method (CPM), and project controls concepts
• Familiarity with construction sequencing, construction workflows, and project delivery methods preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate project records and reporting information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in fast-paced project environments
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software preferred
• Experience supporting aviation, transportation, or public infrastructure projects preferred
• Ability to travel throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia project locations as required

What Will Make You Stand Out

Certifications / Licenses

• PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional) certification track or interest preferred
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
• Internship or prior experience supporting infrastructure or public sector construction projects preferred

Software

• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Project
• Procore
• Power BI
• Microsoft 365

What You’ll Do

• Assist with development, maintenance, and updating of project schedules for aviation, transportation, and infrastructure capital improvement projects
• Support senior schedulers and project controls teams with schedule analysis, progress tracking, and reporting activities
• Update project schedules using information gathered from contractors, field teams, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Assist in monitoring project milestones, schedule performance, critical path activities, and project progress against baseline schedules
• Support preparation of schedule reports, dashboards, narratives, look-ahead schedules, and executive summaries for leadership and client review
• Review contractor schedule submissions and assist with identifying schedule inconsistencies, logic issues, sequencing concerns, and potential delays
• Coordinate with project managers, construction managers, and contractors to collect schedule updates and project status information
• Participate in project meetings, progress meetings, and schedule review sessions
• Assist with schedule recovery analysis and support mitigation planning efforts where necessary
• Maintain organized project controls documentation including schedule logs, reports, updates, and supporting project records
• Support project controls activities related to forecasting, change management, and progress measurement
• Assist with data collection and reporting for project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Learn and apply project scheduling best practices, scheduling standards, and project controls procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence across project teams
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with project teams, contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders

Salary Range

• Commensurate on Experience

CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.