Planner Scheduler III

ReCon Management Services; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ReCon Management Services is seeking a seasoned Scheduler to develop and track project schedules in a complex construction environment. You will input data into scheduling systems, maintain schedules, and generate reports for project leadership.

The role requires extensive experience with Primavera or MS Project, strong Excel skills, and a thorough understanding of CPM-based scheduling and resource loading. This is a hands-on on-site position in Louisiana.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with specialized training or college coursework and at least 11 years of experience.
• Advanced MS Excel knowledge required.
• Extensive scheduling software experience (Primavera, MS Project, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of field construction and plant maintenance activities.
• Understanding of schedule controls methodology.
• Experience with CPM networks and resource monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Gather and input data into scheduling software programs.
• Maintain schedule and update as needed.
• Gather and analyze information to prepare reports.
• Evaluate critical path, manpower, resources, and equipment.
• Report to a Manager.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced MS Excel

Scheduling software

CPM networks

Documentation to schedule

Communication skills

Problem resolution

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Description

Summary of Description:

Perform tasks related to the development and tracking of schedules.

Duties:

• Gather and input data into scheduling software programs.
• Maintain schedule and update, as needed.
• Gather and analyze information to prepare reports.
• Evaluate critical path, manpower, resources, and equipment.
• Report to a Manager.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), with additional specialized training or college course work and at least eleven (11) years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Specific Skills:

• Advanced MS Excel training and knowledge.
• Extensive knowledge with scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of field construction and plant maintenance activities,
• Understanding of schedule controls methodology.
• Extensive knowledge of resource monitoring techniques such as CPM networks, plus understanding of construction technology, process systems and structures.
• Able to develop schedule from documentation.
• Strong written, verbal and listening communication skills.
• Problem recognition and problem resolution skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding.
• Ability to walk on even and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to wear PPE including fire retardant clothing, hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, respirator.
• Ability to enter confined spaces.
• Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.
• Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
• Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
• Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
• Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk and hear.
• Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required.