Director of Planning & Scheduling

Department: Scheduling

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Irvine, CA

Compensation: $170,000 - $215,000 / year

Description

What You’ll Do:

• Lead our corporate scheduling department and set the standard for excellence.
• Drive planning for large, complex projects across diverse market sectors.
• Collaborate with executives, estimators, project managers, and superintendents to deliver accurate, actionable schedules.
• Analyze & solve delays before they become risks — recovery plans, impact studies, what-if scenarios.
• Mentor & train project teams and schedulers, developing the next generation of leaders.
• Champion lean scheduling (Last Planner, pull planning) and cutting-edge tools (AI, automation).
• Represent W.E. O’Neil with owners, subcontractors, and industry peers.
• Shape the future with schedule strategies that win pursuits and deliver results.

What You Bring:

• 15+ years in construction scheduling leadership (Director, Manager, or Senior Scheduler).
• Proven expertise with Primavera P6, MS Project, and construction management platforms.
• Deep knowledge of construction means & methods across multiple delivery types.
• Skilled in delay analysis, technical writing, and risk management.
• Strong leader and mentor — with a track record of building high-performing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

Why Join W.E. O’Neil?

• 100% Employee-Owned — Build your legacy and share in our success.
• Competitive pay + bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 100% Life Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• PTO, Sick Leave & Student Debt Assistance
• A culture that invests in you — leadership, training, ownership 
• This role’s posted pay range represents an estimate of the salary range at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, training, certifications, regional location, and business needs.