Early Career Scheduler

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Houston seeks a Scheduler to support commercial construction projects across the region. The role involves developing, tracking and updating schedules from inception to completion, and collaborating with project teams to improve workflow.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering, 0-2 years scheduling experience, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and EVMS concepts; good organization and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering is required.
• 0-2+ years of construction scheduling experience.
• Proficiency in developing, resource loading, analyzing and reporting on project schedules.
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience is required.
• Understanding of Earned Value management system principles and applications.
• Experience in contracts/scheduling is preferable.
• General knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, track and update construction schedules from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with project teams and subcontractors to develop baselines and updates.
• Identify schedule risks and communicate them to staff and division personnel.
• Use EVMS principles and WBS to facilitate schedule development.
• Monitor schedule performance, analyze variances, and forecast impacts.
• Use Primavera P6 to update and document schedule performance.
• Support division training seminars.

Skills

Scheduling proficiency

Primavera P6

EVMS concepts

Contract scheduling experience

Organization skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6 software

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America\'s premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. McCarthy\u2019s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In. How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values:

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Scheduler works on commercial construction projects across the region. The Scheduler will assist project teams in developing, tracking and updating schedules from inception to completion of the project. The Scheduler will also work with the Scheduler to enhance overall business flow.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with all field staff members, scheduling consultant and the client to ensure efficient and accurate schedule development and updates
• Meet with Subcontractors as required in development of baseline schedule, monthly updates and recovery schedules
• Identify and communicate significant schedule risks to Staff and appropriate Division personnel
• Utilize Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Principles and experience to develop Work Breakdown Structures and work with project staff to facilitate development of the project schedule.
• Use EVMS to evaluate the performance of the project by analyzing significant schedule, budget and/or resource variances from the baseline plan
• Forecast impacts of variances to aid in the management of the schedule
• Ability to use the cost-loaded schedule as the basis of billings
• Utilize Primavera P6 scheduling software to update and document schedule performance
• Monitor and status schedule progress
• Analyze delivery impacts, time extensions, claims, etc. through the use of schedule fragnets
• Implement controls to avoid claims
• Interact with scheduling consultant in schedule reviews, claims analysis, etc. Perform cash flow projections / analysis on a monthly basis
• Perform manpower projections / analysis
• Participate in Division training seminars

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
• 0-2+ years experience in construction scheduling
• Proficiency in developing, resource loading, analyzing and reporting on project schedules
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience
• Understanding of Earned Value management System principles and applications
• Experience in contracts/scheduling preferable
• General knowledge of construction means and methods
• Good organization and communication skills

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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