Project Controls - Project Scheduler

clark; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking Planning & Scheduling Professionals to join its expanding national team supporting commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will be proactive, able to work independently, and collaborate with Operations Project Teams, Clark Executives, Subcontractors, and Owners.

The role requires strong scheduling experience, mastery of Primavera P6, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 3+ years scheduling experience on commercial construction projects.
• Proven success implementing strategic initiatives.
• Detail oriented; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at developing and maintaining relationships with owners, subcontractors and project teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera (P6).
• Aligned to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement Planning & Scheduling Best Practices.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and statements of work for Baseline schedules.
• Monitor multiple project schedules and provide guidance.
• Represent Clark with owners, subcontractors, and their representatives.
• Develop conceptual bid and proposal schedules with executive management.
• Utilize analytics to identify and report project trends.
• Cost and manpower load schedules for project execution.
• Evaluate actual construction status relative to plan.
• Analyze and communicate schedule impact of changes.
• Prepare Time Impact Analyses per industry standards.
• Travel to project sites.
• Develop and deliver scheduling training for Clark Corporate University.
• Recommend improvements to departmental policies and procedures.
• Handle special projects and other duties as necessary.

Skills

Primavera P6

Scheduling

Stakeholder relations

Education

Engineering degree

Architecture degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Clark Construction is looking for motivated and energetic Planning & Scheduling Professionals to join its expanding national team supporting commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate should be a proactive self-starter with a proven ability to work independently and efficiently, while also engaging closely with Operations Project Teams, Clark Executives, Subcontractors, and Owners.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement accepted Planning & Scheduling Best Practices
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and statements of work in the preparation and acceptance of usable Baseline schedules for construction.
• Monitor multiple project schedules being developed and updated by Operations staff and provide guidance as necessary.
• Interact with the Operations team and represent Clark and its partners in the best manner to owners, subcontractors, and their representatives.
• Support the development of conceptual bid and proposal schedules with executive management and present to selection committees if required.
• Utilize analytics to identify and report on project trends.
• Effectively cost and manpower load schedules for use during the execution of the project.
• Evaluate the actual construction status relative to proposed plan.
• Analyze and communicate the impact of changes to the schedule.
• Prepare Time Impact Analyses per recommended practices by commonly accepted standards.
• Travel to project sites.
• Develop and deliver specialized Planning, Scheduling and other Project Controls training for Clark Corporate University.
• Critique, create, and recommend improvements to departmental policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for special projects and other departmental duties as necessary.

Background Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• 3+ years scheduling experience on commercial construction projects.
• Proven success implementing strategic initiatives.
• Detail oriented and can manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment with minimal guidance.
• Skilled at developing and maintaining relationships with owners, subcontractors, senior leaders and project teams.
• High degree of initiative, personal responsibility, and integrity.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera (P6) software.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes

Attributes That Will Help You Be Successful

• Learning Agility
• Communication skills to relate to people at all levels.
• Patience
• Adaptability
• Ability to identify motivations of others.
• Ability to bring out other people's potential and talents

The Physical Side of the Role

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment), is also required.

Your Work Environment

Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical pro