Construction Project Scheduler

Buttcon; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian General Contractor in Ottawa seeks a Construction Project Scheduler to develop and manage project schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of construction scheduling experience and strong knowledge of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on safety and quality, ensuring successful project delivery.

Benefits

Career development and training tailored to you

Competitive benefit plan

Inclusive and welcoming work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of construction scheduling experience.
• Experience doing scheduling on large ICI construction projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive project schedules.
• Continuously monitor project progress against established schedules.
• Generate and distribute regular schedule reports to project managers and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance scheduling processes and tools.

Skills

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Engineering Degree / Diploma

Tools

Procore

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About Buttcon

Buttcon is proud to be a 100% employee-owned COR certified, leading Canadian General Contractor with projects from coast to coast. We deliver quality services in ICI and multi-unit residential construction with a focus on off-site construction and sustainability. We utilize innovative technologies that ensure our projects are completed above expectations. We are committed to working safely and providing exceptional value in our progressive practices and processes. We believe that active listening, the power of a team, building for the long-term, taking action, and sharing success are the keys to a successful future.

Transforming visions into buildings.

Position Description

Be a part of one of Canada’s top construction companies, with successful growth each year. Our project experience is diverse and has established Buttcon as the construction partner of choice for our clients. To be a part of the Buttcon Team means you will have the opportunity to be innovative, entrepreneurial and instill safety and quality into everything you do. Buttcon is looking for individuals that have that entrepreneurial spirit, who are accountable, take responsibility and care about our company, our team, and our clients. Together we will help you by providing a challenging career in the construction industry.

Reporting to the Vice President, Operations, the Scheduler is responsible for the development of baseline, master, and detailed schedules. The Scheduler oversees all scheduling activities and provides project status updates, forecasts, and progress reports. Come be a part of our growing team and experience the satisfaction of “Transforming Visions into Buildings”.

Responsibilities

• Schedule Development: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to develop comprehensive project schedules. Incorporate key milestones, tasks, and dependencies. Create a high-level master schedule that incorporates the initial CPM schedule and the contractor’s schedule.
• Resource Allocation: Ensure the efficient allocation of resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to support project timelines and deliverables.
• Critical Path Analysis: Identify the critical path of construction projects and assess potential impacts of delays or changes. Develop strategies to optimize project schedules. Ensure accuracy of project schedules and perform version control. Monitor project progress, including identifying critical activities and reviewing forecasts and progress achieved to date.
• Timeline Monitoring: Continuously monitor project progress against established schedules. Identify potential delays, deviations, or conflicts and propose corrective actions. Track critical activities and changes to the critical path impacting the project. Create, monitor, and analyze project schedules in accordance with standard of best project practice.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluate potential risks and factors that could impact project schedules. Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation strategies. Coordinate cross-functional departments to identify project issues, monitor action items, and work with the project manager to ensure resolution.
• Schedule Updates: Regularly update project schedules based on new information, changes, or unforeseen circumstances. Communicate updated schedules to project stakeholders.
• Communication: Facilitate clear and effective communication between project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers regarding schedule expectations and changes.
• Reporting: Generate and distribute regular schedule reports to project managers and stakeholders. Track, analyze, and report information to allow the project team to manage their projects and evaluate weekly reports.
• Integration With Project Management: Collaborate with project managers to align project schedules with overall project objectives, budgets, and quality standards. Support ongoing projects by working with the project managers and discipline leads on status, identifying opportunities for improvement, delays, and areas where additional concentration would be required.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance scheduling processes and tools. Implement best practices to optimize scheduling efficiency. Track baselines, perform what-if analysis, and develop contingency plans.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree / Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction scheduling experience.
• Advanced Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project knowledge and skills are required.
• Computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Procore knowledge is an asset.
• Experience doing scheduling on large ICI construction projects preferred.

Working Condition and Environment

• Primary work location in the Head Office

Here’s What You’ll Love

• The opportunity to work with a growing company that works on diverse projects while using advanced software technology
• Career development and training tailored to you
• A work environment that cares about their employees and is inclusive and welcoming to all
• Competitive benefit plan

Interested candidates are to apply through the below website.

https://buttcon.bamboohr.com/careers

Buttcon is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available on request for applicants with disabilities. Any information obtained during recruitment will be used for employment purposes only.