Scheduler, Construction

Overview

The Scheduler is responsible for overseeing the scheduling and coordination of all assigned projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maintaining timelines to meet project deadlines.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project), establishing realistic project timelines and milestones based on project scope and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with the Preconstruction and Project Support group and resource managers to create the best possible schedule, maximize profit opportunities, maximize productivity, and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with project managers, external engineers, and subcontractors to integrate project plans into master schedules.
• Identify potential risks to project schedules and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.
• Monitor and update schedules to reflect changes in scope, delays, or other adjustments.
• Facilitate communication between project teams, subcontractors, and clients regarding schedule-related matters.
• Collaborate with the Estimating Department and project teams for resource loading (construction – material release(s) – labor – cash – Schedule of Values billing).
• Communicate schedule status updates to stakeholders and management regularly.
• Attend on-site project meetings; prepare agenda and run internal meetings as needed.
• Work with Project Managers to identify critical path activities and, when directed, prepare documentation to accomplish these activities and submit documentation to the Project Manager for final approval.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience as a Scheduler, or in a similar role in the electrical contracting or construction industry preferred.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality in scheduling and timeline management.
• Effective reasoning and judgement abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or other related software.
• Proficient with scheduling software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, etc.) and familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Capable of reading, interpreting, and understanding all contract documents and requirements.
• Able to demonstrate a good understanding of the construction process.
• Able to demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of trade terms, material, bidding methods, codes, contract, and specification language.
• Able to complete scheduling related continuous education.

• Office environment with frequent travel required.

• Must be able to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; must be able to reach with hands and arms. Manual dexterity associated with computer data entry required.
• Must be able to talk and hear.
• Must be able to frequently sit.
• Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, climb, balance, crouch or crawl, stoop, and kneel.
• Must be able to safely operate a vehicle to travel to and from job sites.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to safely maneuver in a construction environment.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception are required.