Scheduler, Mission Critical

Scheduler, Mission Critical Location: El Paso, TX, US Role Summary The Scheduler 1 will complete routine and non-routine activities to prepare project schedules. This position will be responsible for visiting job sites to review job status, drafting, updating, and reviewing project schedules and helping to deliver training. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor. Career Path: Scheduler 2 Key Role Responsibilities Prepares, builds and updates project schedules collaboratively with the project team. Performs schedule reviews to ensure effective and efficient best practices for scheduling are utilized. Diplomatically communicates review comments to the project team. Participates in all phases of the construction planning & scheduling process, including the creation of proposal schedules, baseline schedule and ongoing schedule updates. Utilizes working knowledge of JE Dunn scheduling software. Assists with and performs training for JE Dunn operations. Assists with training content and course preparation for training delivered by the group. Assists with the development of best practices for JE Dunn planning and scheduling efforts. Visits job sites regularly to review job status and applies construction sequencing knowledge to accurately update the project schedule for assigned projects. May attend project related meetings and/or jobsite-specific meetings where emphasis on schedule is discussed. Supports Lean and Pull Planning sessions by ensuring CPM schedule is aligned with pull plan results. Supports the preparation of a variety of reports as required for assigned projects. Adds resource loading and cost loading, when required, to schedules collaboratively created with the project teams. Provides planning and scheduling support to operations, marketing and other IPS functions as directed. Understands that market and regional information are a part of project schedules such as: seasonal weather patterns, materials markets, labor forces and other factors that may impact each project schedule. Participates in pursuit opportunities with business development and the project team. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner. Communication skills, verbal and written. Proficiency in MS Office. Ability to read and understand plans, drawings and specifications. Ability to recognize, during job site visits, where there are schedule sequencing areas of concern and where sequencing improvements can occur. Knowledge of schedule logic and sequence. Knowledge of means and methods of construction management. Proficiency in scheduling software. Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy. Ability to import schedules into JE Dunn's standard scheduling software. Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with team members. Ability to effectively collaborate as a team, both internally and externally. Education Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred). In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience 0-2 years scheduling experience (Required). Working Environment: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. May require periods of travel and/or relocation. Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs. Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold). Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen. Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above shoulder, Pushing, Pulling. Benefits Information The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. #J-18808-Ljbffr