Construction Scheduler

Muth Electric, Inc.; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Quarterly safety incentives

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Muth Electric, Inc. is hiring a Construction Scheduler to develop and manage detailed project schedules, coordinating resources, materials, and tasks using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.

You will identify risks, manage delays, and ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of related experience, a degree (or equivalent), and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to work with architects, engineers, and suppliers in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience using Primavera P6 or MS Project for scheduling.
• Understanding of construction processes and dependencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to analyze delays and perform schedule risk analyses.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail in schedules and reports.

Responsibilities

• Schedule Creation & Management: Develop, update, and manage detailed project schedules from start to finish, using techniques like the Critical Path Method.
• Resource Allocation: Coordinate the efficient allocation and timing of labor, equipment, and materials to avoid delays and bottlenecks.
• Risk & Delay Management: Proactively identify potential risks, analyze schedule impacts, and develop mitigation plans for issues like weather delays, design changes, and material shortages.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Track project progress against the schedule, analyze performance, and provide regular updates and reports to project management and stakeholders.
• Coordination & Communication: Serve as a central point of communication, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment and smooth workflow.
• Change Management: Manage and incorporate changes, such as change orders, into the project schedule to maintain accuracy and control.

Skills

Scheduling software

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree with 2+ years experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

As a family-owned business since 1970, we truly do care about you. At Muth Electric, we pride ourselves in offering an inclusive culture and safe work environment with ample opportunity for continued education, safety trainings, and both personal and career path growth for our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. We also offer quarterly safety incentives, 401k with company match, referral incentives, early finish bonuses, subsistence programs, tuition reimbursement, years of service bonuses, paid holidays, paid driving time, and paid time off. We are confident you’ll be covered in all the ways that matter most to you.

Construction Scheduler develops and maintains project timelines by coordinating resources, materials, and tasks using specialized software like Primavera or Microsoft Project. Key responsibilities include creating detailed schedules, monitoring progress, identifying risks, identify and manage delays, coordinating with stakeholders, and performing resource allocation to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential for the role.

Position Responsibilities:

• Schedule Creation & Management: Develop, update, and manage detailed project schedules from start to finish, using techniques like the Critical Path Method.
• Resource Allocation: Coordinate the efficient allocation and timing of labor, equipment, and materials to avoid delays and bottlenecks.
• Risk & Delay Management: Proactively identify potential risks, analyze schedule impacts, and develop mitigation plans for issues like weather delays, design changes, and material shortages.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Track project progress against the schedule, analyze performance, and provide regular updates and reports to project management and stakeholders.
• Coordination & Communication: Serve as a central point of communication, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment and smooth workflow.
• Change Management: Manage and incorporate changes, such as change orders, into the project schedule to maintain accuracy and control.

Essential skills and experience

• Project Management Software Proficiency: Expertise in industry-standard scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Construction Knowledge: A deep understanding of construction processes, work activity sequences, and dependencies.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse project teams.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to perform complex schedule analyses, evaluate delays, and find solutions to complex problems.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in schedules, reports, and analysis.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree or Associate's degree (A. A) with 2 or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.