Senior Scheduler - Transportation Sector Focus

Lenax Construction Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

Medical plans

Dental/Vision

401k with employer match

Educational assistance

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Wellness & work-life balance

Job summary

Lenax Construction Services, a Los Angeles–based firm, seeks a Senior Scheduler to coordinate all scheduling for major capital projects. The role requires Primavera P6 mastery, 10+ years in project controls, and relevant certifications.

The candidate will report to LENAX offices in LA and to project sites as scheduled. Responsibilities include preparing schedules, performing what-if analyses, and generating cost and schedule updates for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of project controls/scheduling experience on large civil projects.
• Professional Scheduling Certification (PMI-SP, AACE, PSP, CST) preferred.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets, graphics, databases, and word processing software.
• Strong transit experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all scheduling activities for major capital projects.
• Prepare detailed project schedules to establish optimal interfaces and activity relationships.
• Develop “what if” plans and analyze potential outcomes to avoid delays and claims.
• Provide comprehensive reports and project cost updates.
• Assist in Pre-construction phase scheduling and Construction phase sequencing.

Skills

Primavera P6 Scheduling Software

Scheduling expertise (10+ years)

Cost reduction / value engineering

Risk assessment / what-if planning

Reporting & forecasting

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera Project Planner

Job description

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NOTE: THIS IS A LOS ANGELES BASED POSITION. It is not a remote or hybrid position. The individual must be able to report to LENAX's Corporate Offices in Los Angeles, CA on a regular basis, and also report to a L. A. County Client Site weekly, as scheduled. LENAX does not pay for relocation or travel expenses for interviews.

Since its inception in 1993, Lenax Construction Services, Inc. (LENAX) has provided quality construction services and project controls to a diverse range of engineering, design, and construction firms. LENAX services a broad range of markets, including airports, transportation, industrial, correctional, universities, and marine. LENAX is a goal-oriented and customer-driven independent consulting business, aimed at adding value and strength to our clients’ program teams by providing expertise in current pricing and economic trends, while utilizing the most up to date means and methods in the construction and design industries.

Position Description Summary:

LENAX is looking for a Senior Scheduler. The Senior Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and managing all scheduling activities for major capital projects.

Key Identifiers for the Position:

• Mastery of Primavera P6 Scheduling Software;


• Minimum, ten (10) years of scheduling experience, with eight (8) plus years in direct support of an active construction project--preferably public works, transportation sector projects (aviation, rail, light rail, rail yards, underground Civil, Ports)--broad-based business sector experience is preferred;


• A four (4)-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related technical field;


• Applicable Certifications (e.g. PMI-SP, AACE, PSP, CST) and relevant Training; and,


• Forensic Scheduling experience is preferred.


• Coordinate preparation of cost reduction, value engineering, and risk assessment recommendations for project cost effectiveness.


• Assist in determining the scheduling sequence for Pre-construction phase (design, bidding, and awarding construction and professional services contracts) and the Construction phase (engineering, construction, testing and startup) to achieve the schedule project completion.


• Prepare “what if” plans (sensitivity analysis); and analyze and provide alternatives and expected outcomes to avoid potential project schedule delays and potential claims.


• Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules to establish optimal contract interfaces and determine activity relationships to accurately plan project completion.


• Employ quantitative engineering models, to implement performance measurement reporting and forecasting of project budget, finance and schedule.


• Provide comprehensive reports and project cost updates


• Prepare and review special studies, cost/schedule forecast and time impact analyses.


• Review and provide recommendations


• Must be able to report to LENAX's Corporate offices in Los Angeles on a daily basis; and, must be able to also report weekly to designated project offices, also in the L. A. area (Note, these would be regular to-and-from the designated worksite commutes. A company car is not provided.)

Position Specifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or other related Technical Field.


• Minimum, ten (10) years’ Project Controls experience directly supporting large, civil projects.


• Knowledge of spreadsheet, graphics, database management and word processing software.


• Strong transit experience required.


• Experience with Primavera Project Planner is required.


• Professional Scheduling Certification(s) (e.g., AACE International Certification, PMI-SP, PSP, CST) and relevant Training Preferred

Compensation - Total Rewards:

Based upon a candidate's skills, capabilities, experience, education, and directly-applicable experience, the compensation for this position ranges from $60 - $80/hr. ($124,800.00 - $166,400.00) + full benefits.

LENAX employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Three (3) weeks (120 hours) Paid Time Off (PTO) -Increases at 5 yrs. to 4 weeks!!!


• A wide selection of medical plans and with a generous employer base plan--HMO, PPO, HSA/EPO options available; Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic/Acupuncture benefits


• 401-k Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching (100% of the 1st 6% of contribution)


• Educational Assistance


• Professional Development


• Employee Assistance Program


• Health, Wellness, and Work/Life Balance Benefits, Discount Programs and more!

* * *LENAX employees enjoy a wide range of benefits and a competitive compensation package * * *

LENAX is Drug-free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No staffing agency inquiries, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.