Senior Scheduler

JLL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Scheduler in Chicago, specializing in project scheduling and budget management. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, implementing best practices, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 7 years of experience in scheduling, with advanced proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project scheduling required.
• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification preferred.
• Expert-level knowledge of scheduling techniques and critical path method (CPM).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish and track project budgets.
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and resource allocation issues.
• Mentor and guide junior schedulers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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JLL provided pay range

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

What This Job Involves:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish and track project budgets.
• Work with stakeholders to develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using advanced scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project)
• Collaborate with project managers, team leads, and stakeholders to gather and analyze schedule-related information
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and resource allocation issues
• Perform critical path analysis and risk assessments to ensure project timelines are realistic and achievable
• Generate and distribute regular schedule updates and progress reports to key stakeholders
• Conduct schedule impact analyses for proposed changes and develop mitigation strategies
  
  

Mentor and guide junior schedulers, fostering their professional development

• Implement and maintain scheduling best practices and standards across the organization
• Participate in project meetings and provide expert scheduling insights and recommendations
• Identify and analyse potential risks that may impact project deliverables, timelines, or budgets.
• Research local, national and internal delivery times
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and monitor their implementation.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in project scheduling
• Advanced proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification or equivalent is preferred
• Expert-level knowledge of scheduling techniques and critical path method (CPM)
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex information
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and deadlines

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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