Scheduler I - Data Center Construction

M. A. Mortenson Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans (0

Dental plan

401k with Mortenson match

Paid time off & holidays

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Scheduler I to perform planning and scheduling using basic principles with oversight. You will assist in drafting schedules using CPM programs, monitor and update schedules, and help management mitigate scheduling issues.

The role requires a BS degree in Construction Management or Engineering, prior construction-site experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field.
• Prior experience on construction job sites preferred.
• Basic knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software.
• Basic knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing.
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgement in problem solving.
• Basic plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions.
• Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in a timely fashion.
• Active listening and effective communication with diverse input and feedback.
• Excellent organization skills and eagerness to learn.
• Knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Power Project is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting schedules using CPM scheduling programs with oversight.
• Support supervision through monitoring and updating project schedules.
• Assist site management to formulate mitigation plans to correct scheduling problems.
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Skills

Scheduling concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Primavera P6

PowerProject

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

PowerProject

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Scheduler I to perform routine planning and scheduling assignments that require the selection and application of basic scheduling principles and techniques with oversight for our Operating Groups.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in drafting schedules using common CPM scheduling programs with oversight
• Support supervision through the monitoring and updating of project schedules
• Assist site management to formulate mitigation plans to correct scheduling problems
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field
• Prior experience on construction job sites highly preferred
• Basic knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software
• Basic knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgement in anticipating and solving problems
• Basic plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions
• Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Excellent organization skills are a must, along with a proven desire to learn
• Knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Power Project software, a plus

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $78,800MIN - $98,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa sponsorship

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.