Senior Scheduler - Data Center Construction

Mortenson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with a generous

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler to oversee all planning and scheduling activities, interacting with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment, while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and professional.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, a minimum of four years of construction experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead a scheduling team. This position is on-site with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field.
• Minimum of four years construction experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Active listening skills and openness to feedback.
• Ability to travel may be required based on operating group.
• Thorough knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software.
• Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing.
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in solving unprecedented problems on complex projects.
• Strong plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all planning and scheduling activities
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct planning and scheduling activities
• Ensure that corporate planning and schedule stands are implemented and that all project related activities comply
• Provide oversight and supervision of scheduling team
• Coach, mentor, and train field personnel, forepersons, and assistant superintendents
• Establish and nurture teamwork environment
• Ensure crews have resources and support
• Provide work direction and performance evaluations
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if needed
• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities
• Implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program at project site
• Manage open shop and union issues
• Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Scheduling concepts

Communication skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

4D planning

Project coordination

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

4D visual planning methodologies

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The Senior Scheduling Engineer will provide oversight of all planning and scheduling activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all planning and scheduling activities
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct planning and scheduling activities
• Ensure that corporate planning and schedule stands are implemented and that all project related activities comply
• Provide oversight and supervision of scheduling team
• Coach, mentor, and train field personnel, forepersons, and assistant superintendents
• Establish and nurture teamwork environment
• Ensure crews have resources and support
• Provide work direction and performance evaluations
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if needed
• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities
• Implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program at project site
• Manage open shop and union issues
• Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site: customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field
• Minimum of four years construction experience or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience as a project engineer is desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel may be required based on operating group
• Thorough knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software
• Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in solving unprecedented problems on complex projects
• Strong plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills
• Basic knowledge of project management, contracts, and buyout
• Working knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies
• Strong organization and team skills
• Basic knowledge of cost and resource loaded schedules
• Basic knowledge of claims avoidance and resolution techniques
• 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

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
• Senior Scheduler I:
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: See above
• The base pay range for this role is $102,000 MIN - $137,700 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%).
• Senior Scheduler II:
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of six years construction experience or equivalent combination of training and experience

The base pay range for this role is $107,200 MIN - $160,800 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.

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Please Make Note

• 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.

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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.