Scheduler (P6)

Dashiell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell is seeking a Project Scheduler in Houston to develop and maintain schedules ensuring timely completion of projects. You will work with the project management group to coordinate scheduling, tracking, and forecasting, and provide progress curves and reports to clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years in a construction environment, with experience in Primavera and Microsoft Project. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required; degree in Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a construction environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project control documents and schedules.
• Issue Preliminary Project Schedule and Negotiation Schedule.
• Coordinate project scheduling, tracking, and forecasting for reporting.
• Update and finalize Project Schedule and manpower requirements.
• Collect weekly/monthly updates and provide client reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Scheduling experience

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Fast-paced work ethic

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, project management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is a unique turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure.

Position Title

Project Scheduler

Location

12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034

Primary Function

As a member of a project team, the Project Scheduler will be responsible for the development and maintenance of schedules to ensure timely completion of projects and other cost control measures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with project management group to maintain project control documents
• Select appropriate Negotiation Template
• Issue Negotiation Schedule
• Issue Preliminary Project Schedule
• Coordinate project scheduling, tracking and forecasting to support project reporting
• Update Project Schedule from Negotiation Template
• Finalize Project Schedule and Manpower Requirements
• Collect weekly/monthly updates
• Provide special client requests i.e., Progress curves and reports
• Provide exception reports to management and the project team
• Issue “Redline” Schedule to clients
• Issue other project control documents as needed
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications/Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management is preferred. A minimum of three years of experience in a construction environment is preferred.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in scheduling electrical material preferred
• Prior experience with scheduling software such as Primavera and Microsoft Project
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team on a variety of projects to meet project deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills

Physical Requirements

• This position requires minimal physical effort.
• Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year around weather conditions and noise.
• Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
• Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.