Planner

Suffolk Construction; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

401k plan with employer match

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking a Planner to oversee vertical construction projects in Los Angeles. The successful candidate will utilize Oracle Primavera P6 software to develop and manage construction schedules, ensuring successful project delivery.

Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and experience in CPM scheduling. The role also demands strong communication skills, and there will be opportunities for certification and growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience in preparing CPM schedules for vertical construction projects.
• Proficient with Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning and developing construction schedules.
• Monitor and analyze progress on detailed construction schedules.
• Prepare monthly metrics and Key Performance Indicators for executive reports.

Skills

CPM schedule preparation

Oracle Primavera P6 proficiency

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Planner

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States.

Overview

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests across the entire construction lifecycle.

The Planner will plan vertical construction projects using Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software, merge 3D BIM models with CPM schedules, and apply lean (pull planning) methodologies to improve process flows.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with planning and developing construction schedules
• Work with Project Executives to prepare proposal and preconstruction schedules
• Use historical production data to develop activity durations and validate construction progress
• Monitor and analyze progress on detailed construction schedules ranging from 2,500 to 5,000 activities
• Update, analyze, and report status weekly at each project site
• Reconcile discrepancies from actual vs. planned progress and facilitate an action plan with the project team
• Help develop visual schedules as needed
• Provide linear schedules as needed to view production sequences
• Analyze repetitive workflows to ensure realistic achievable cycle times
• Prepare concise monthly schedule narratives
• Provide monthly metrics and Key Performance Indicators for executive reports
• Ensure quality and excellence applying Suffolk's Standards of Practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or an applicable discipline
• Experience in preparing CPM schedules for vertical construction projects
• Proficient with Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software
• Capable of managing multiple project schedules in the region
• Can travel to regional project sites to assist project teams on a weekly basis
• Willing to obtain an AACE PSP certified certification within 6 months of hire
• Have excellent computer skills and willing to learn new software applications
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information in a concise manner and to make recommendations on strategies to resolve project issues
• Strong oral and written communications skills and the ability to apply appropriate communication techniques to various individuals
• Positive customer service orientation, with both internal and external clients is required
• Strong interpersonal skills are required, demonstrating a consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups and individuals
• Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk or hear, perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level, with job site walking as necessary.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position (Senior Planner) in Los Angeles is between $115,000 and $162,000 USD. This represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Suffolk's total compensation package. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy. Salary ranges may differ by geography and are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.

Benefits

Benefits include competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.