Senior Construction Scheduler - Lead Planning & Risk

Gilbane; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 156,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Scheduler to be a Business Unit resource utilizing advanced scheduling techniques to support the most complex projects. You will join a team focused on delivering projects safely and on time across education, healthcare, corporate, and other sectors.

You are a highly technical, strong communicator who leads planning efforts, mentors others, and stays current with scheduling software and industry standards. A bachelor’s degree and 8–17 years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–17 years of related experience.
• Professional Certification in AACEi, PMI, AGC, CMAA, or similar is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight relative to all aspects of planning & scheduling within assigned projects.
• Performs as the scheduling expert for the Business Unit (BU), performing work on advanced and complicated tasks.
• Demonstrates an advanced expertise in scheduling tools and techniques and regularly stays connected to current and new industry standards.
• Makes recommendations to Divisional management regarding adoption of latest advances in scheduling practices.
• Performs skillfully schedule & cost loading for CPM schedules.
• Performs proficient schedule analysis and analyzes variances and trends when comparing multiple schedules.
• Participates in the delay claims process, develops delay analysis narratives, and coordinates with the Legal Department.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Trains others in risk identification and mitigation
• Conducts and reviews monthly project audits and provides recommendations for risk mitigation plans
• Reports concerns and updates to Business Unit management regarding proper project controls on any projects within a Business Unit
• Monitors overall performance indicators
• Trains Project Managers and Superintendents on how to schedule and use scheduling software to manage work in the field
• Participates in the Scheduling peer group by actively getting involved in regular meetings or joining a subcommittee
• Utilizes industry standard software to support scheduling process
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

Skills

CPM Scheduling

Project Planning

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Scheduler to be a Business Unit resource utilizing advanced scheduling techniques to support the most complex projects. You will join a team focused on delivering projects safely and on time across education, healthcare, corporate, and other sectors.

You are a highly technical, strong communicator who leads planning efforts, mentors others, and stays current with scheduling software and industry standards. A bachelor’s degree and 8–17 years of experience are expected.