Construction Scheduler

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI) , a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Scheduler to support the construction of water/wastewater projects ranging from $20 million up to $500 million dollars. This position will be based out of our Salem, Oregon office and may require periodic travel.

Slayden Constructors is a leader in the civil construction industry in the Pacific Northwest, focused on water and wastewater infrastructure. Over the last 40 years, we have ingrained our reputation with our clients on successful projects, bringing positive impacts to local communities. Grow your career with a team that is committed to delivering quality projects timely and safely, while supporting our guiding principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Future Focused.

Essential Functions

• Develop accurate schedules using industry best practices and insight from project team members.
• Update project schedules in accordance with company procedures and industry best practices. Communicate results to the project team and suggest action when necessary.
• Review project changes for impacts to the project schedule and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract.
• Review project schedules for compliance with company procedures, contract requirements, and industry best practices. Recommend corrective action where necessary.
• Prepare monthly schedule reports for project and management use.
• Provide schedule guidance to schedule software users as needed.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Plan the construction, startup, and commissioning activities at the project site.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, or other topographical or geological data.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in engineering, construction management, or a related degree. An equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training may be substituted.
• 5 - 10 years of project scheduling experience covering development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating, and analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits.
• Knowledge of general construction practices and sequences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business applications.
• Excellent in Primavera scheduling software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with client-facing experience.
• Ability to travel periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project planning experience
• Water/wastewater treatment plant experience
• Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, NetPoint, etc.).
• Earned Value Management experience on self-performed projects.
• Experience with schedule analytic software (SmartPM, Acumen Fuse, etc.).
• Experience with 4D/BIM software.
• Experience with Lean Construction or Last Planner System
• Professional Scheduler Certification from PMI (PMI-SP) or AACE (PSP).

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits, including options for medical, dental, and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program, and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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