Senior Scheduler I

SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler I 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)