Construction Scheduler - The Woodlands, United States - Granite Construction Inc

Granite Construction Inc

Verified Company

The Woodlands, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If so, then you've come to the right place
General Summary

This position is responsible for providing region wide support and guidance to proposal and project teams in all phases of the planning, development, submission, management, updating and analysis of CPM Schedules to insure conformance with company standard practices & project specifications.

Essential Job Accountabilities

Assist and support in:

Proposals and Bids
Review project specific scheduling requirements and provide guidance to teams
Design and development of the proposal/bid CPM Schedule
New Projects
Design and development of the project schedule
Subcontractor / vendor schedule guidance
Setup of Monthly Updating and Reporting procedures
Existing Projects
Provide Monthly Update support and guidance
Recognition and analysis of project impacts and delays
Provide support to project scheduling engineers
Development and maintenance of Project Controls procedures and Primavera P3/P6 desktop procedures
Scheduling Procedures and Software
Development of scheduling standards and procedures
Development and implementation of P6 Web tool
Provide software tool training

Education- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management or equivalent combination of training and experience

Work Experience- 8+ years work experience in project level planning and scheduling- Experience in performing/monitoring and reviewing/planning scheduling functions, which include schedule development, control, and analysis- Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to planning and scheduling problems

Knowledge, skills, and abilities- Thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling for heavy civil projects- Knowledge/experience in heavy civil construction means and methods- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and Primavera (P3/P6)- Proven experience with cost and schedule databases- Exceptional problem solving skills with consistent follow through- Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a close attention to detail- Self-starter; able to seek out resources and structure own workflow- Strong consultative and communication skills and ability to interface effectively with all levels of management, staff and external customers

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.- The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.- The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements/Skills- Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment- Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis- Valid driver's license and ability to drive for extended periods of time- Extensive travel is expected (30-40%)- Short term on-site project assignments as necessary

Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace.

That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.

Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.