Planner\\/Scheduler IV

Spectraforce Technologies; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies seeks a Planner/Scheduler IV for Duluth, MN or Edina, MN (3 days onsite, hybrid). Lead multiyear projects, develop schedules, and ensure WBS and resources are integrated to meet objectives.

Responsibilities include Earned Value reporting, schedule risk mitigation, and collaboration with PM/CM and project controls. 10+ years in planning and strong communication required, PMP preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in project planning and scheduling.
• PMP credential preferred.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop a realistic project plan and schedule to meet objectives.
• Ensure standard procedures for project planning are followed.
• Integrate WBS, coding and resources into the schedule.

Skills

Primavera P6

Scheduling expertise

Earned Value Management

Communication

Education

Post secondary education in Engineering or Construction

Tools

Power BI

Ecosys

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Planner/Scheduler IV

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Duluth, MN or Edina, MN (3 days onsite | Hybrid)

Description

• Assigned to major projects with multiyear duration with an extreme level of complexity. Expert user of Primavera P6 software. Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in project planning and scheduling and considered an industry expert in the field.
• Recommend best practices. Solve complex problems. Work independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations
• Develop a realistic project plan and schedule to meet the project objectives.
• Ensure that all standard procedures and systems for project planning and scheduling are followed.
• Responsible for ensuring that proper WBS, coding and resources are integrated into the schedule.
• Implement Earned Value Management. Ensure accurate SPI and Earned Value curve are reported.
• Ensuring Contractor's plans and schedules are prepared and integrated according to project standards and contract requirements.
• Coordinate and update schedules with actual progress and forecast remaining durations, project milestones, and completion dates
• Apply practical field experience with planning and scheduling knowledge to identify challenges to the project schedule and suggest mitigation plans and prepare recovery schedules. Carry out what-if schedule analysis for different options or to assess impacts of certain events.
• Proactively report schedule status and efficiently communicate any schedule risk and mitigation plan with PM/CM and project control supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Post secondary education in Engineering or Construction.
• Project Management Professional credential (PMP) is preferred.
• 10+ years working experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and to work with a minimum level of supervision
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in a team environment
• Computer skills using P6, Power BI, Ecosys, Microsoft Office products