Senior Construction CPM Scheduler & Planning Lead

Mortenson Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 89,500 - 120,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision coverage

Dental plan

401(k) retirement plan with company-mぞ

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Scheduler II to oversee planning and scheduling activities across projects. The role requires interaction with staff at all levels, flexibility, resourcefulness, and confidentiality, with CPM scheduling experience.

You will develop schedules with site teams and trade partners, monitor progress, help mitigate delays, and contribute to proposals. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of two years construction experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience as a project engineer is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software.
• Basic knowledge of standard construction practices, project sequencing, project management, contracts, and buyout.
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in 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 accurate, complete, and timely products and services.
• Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel may be required based on operating group.

Responsibilities

• Work with site teams and trade partners to develop project schedules using CPM scheduling programs.
• Support supervision by monitoring and updating project schedules.
• Assist site management in formulating mitigation plans for scheduling problems.
• Assist with proposals and pursuit schedules as needed.
• Build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling basics

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Scheduler II to oversee planning and scheduling activities across projects. The role requires interaction with staff at all levels, flexibility, resourcefulness, and confidentiality, with CPM scheduling experience.

You will develop schedules with site teams and trade partners, monitor progress, help mitigate delays, and contribute to proposals. Travel may be required.