Scheduling Engineer

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Scheduling Engineer to join our team in Phoenix!

Do you bring at last 5 years of successful construction project scheduling experience? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative work space? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Assist and grow regional field teams with use of scheduling tools that is consistent with Ryan’s scheduling standard practices (Fundamentals, Ryan Process, MS Project software usage). 

• Periodically assist project teams during the project proposal stage by creating and/or reviewing schedules. 

• Ensure project teams are updating project schedules accurately and frequently. 

• Assist project teams and regions with monitoring and interpreting schedule health dashboards and performance reports. 

• Assist with and/or facilitate “Pull Planning” sessions in regional offices or jobsite locations. 

• Facilitate collaborative preconstruction planning sessions with Ryan project teams, subcontractors, designers, and stakeholders to get input for sequencing, manpower and durations, as it relates to overall project milestones. 

• Initiate and/or facilitate “peer review” sessions on complex or high-profile projects as determined by VP of Field Operations 

• Capture and analyze completed project schedule data to assist Data Analytics team with fostering an environment of “continuous improvement”.  

• Work with Data Analytics team to track and monitor schedule health across operations and assist with the development and implementation of additional schedule health indicators as needed. 

• Provide periodic and relevant information for internal communication (i.e. company intranet, training sessions or department meetings). 

• Act as a resource to project construction team(s). 

• Work on special projects pertaining to the overall Scheduling Operations.  

• Remain current with new developments in the construction industry as it pertains to scheduling and communicate them to team members.  

• Exhibit leadership qualities by setting a good example of the type of behavior that is expected from all Ryan employees.  

Job Requirements:

• Individual must have a minimum of 10 years of experience within the construction industry with a minimum of 5 years in planning and scheduling of construction projects. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred. 

• An understanding of field operations and building construction techniques. 

• Thorough understanding of planning and scheduling principles and techniques. 

• Must be highly fluent with MS Project.  

• Knowledgeable with Primavera (P6) or 4D scheduling software a plus. 

• Familiar with the DCMA 14-point schedule health assessment. 

• Understanding of Lean Construction and Last Planner System. 

• Basic understanding of schedule delay analysis methods. 

• Ability to listen, understand and assist with resolving scheduling related problems. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in individual or group situations.  

• Demonstrates leadership – effective in leading group or individual toward Ryan standard practices.  

• Initiative – must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a pro-active approach and develop new and innovative solutions.  

• Ability to train, mentor, motivate and communicate effectively with others. 

• Ability to travel to all regions or specific projects throughout the year. (up to 50%). 

• Ability to walk jobsites and assess project progress. 

• Positive attitude, disciplined work ethic and the ability to turn thoughts into action. 

• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with Developers, Designers, Pre-Construction, Project Managers and Field Managers 

Eligibility:

• Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 per year. The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the positio