Traveling Construction Project Scheduler

Comfort Systems USA; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of industrial solutions is seeking a Scheduling Professional in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role requires managing large construction project schedules, communicating with project teams, and compiling forecasts. Ideal candidates will have over three years of experience in project controls, proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, and strong problem-solving abilities. The position may require travel and offers remote work options as necessary.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of related experience in project controls, cost scheduling, and project planning.
• Three or more years of experience in the construction or project management industry.
• Valid / Current state driver’s license (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create, monitor, and maintain project schedules.
• Communicate project impacts with the team and customers.
• Compile monthly forecasting reports within a division.
• Design project controls system to increase efficiency.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Experience in project controls

Experience in the construction industry

Proficient in Primavera P6

Proficient in Microsoft Project

Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Dilling Group provides industrial solutions with exceptional value. We provide services focused on Heavy Industrial Customers for Design Build and Plan Spec construction projects.

A Scheduling Professional has the responsibility to initiate, monitor, and maintain large construction project schedules. Communicate project impacts with the project team and customers. Compile monthly forecasting reports within a division. Forecast job cost and manpower for several projects based on the current project tracking.

This position requires an individual with strong problem-solving skills and decision-making skills. They must be able to work with multiple diverse teams independently with minimal supervision.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Create, monitor, and maintain Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project schedules.
• Monitor and communicate the change in sequencing of large project schedules.
• Monitor and communicate the extension or acceleration of large project schedule durations.
• Coordinate and facilitate weekly project update meetings.
• Design project controls system to help increase efficiency throughout the enterprise.
• Assist and monitor project documentation (Change Orders, Equipment Arrival Dates, etc.) throughout a project timeline.
• Perform Lessons Learned Reviews and project feedback upon completion of a project.
• Develop best practice procedures that increase field operations efficiency resulting in company cost savings.
• Perform other related duties on special projects as assigned.
• Performs work that aligns and follows company standards and policies.

Education, Training, Licenses and/or Certifications

• Proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Three or more years of related experience in project controls, cost scheduling, and project planning.
• Three or more years of experience in the construction or project management industry.
• Valid / Current state driver’s license (Preferred).

Job Requirements

• Travel to job sites and work with site teams on project updates (50% or greater).
• Understand and communicate Project Controls terminology.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage simultaneous tasks and assignments.
• Ability to present to team members and the upper-level management team.
• Team building skills and the ability to collaborate with groups throughout the company.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Implements new industry technology and systems to help employees perform and decrease costs throughout the company.
• Provide quality work that can be distributed to team members and managers throughout the company.
• Professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude.
• Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening.
• Minimal travel as needed, for meetings, training, and other job-related functions.
• Working from the office is preferred (as needed), with the ability to work remotely.