Scheduler

Job Description
Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking full-time experienced Schedulers with transportation construction management experience for opportunities in the Seattle area.

Key responsibilities:

Knowledge of WASHDOT specifications and requirements for CPM schedules.

Create, monitor, and report on the project schedule, ensuring the effectiveness of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

Track, analyze, and report on project schedule information, including current status and forecasted changes to the schedule baseline.

Ensure accuracy of project schedules and provide input on baseline management.

Coordinate project schedules, tasks, deliverables, updates, and distribute project data and reports effectively.

Collaborate with Project Managers and Functional Team Members to develop and update project baseline schedules per the Client's approved Work Breakdown Structure.

Support Project Team and Project Control support staff to verify compliance with approved milestone dates of the baseline schedule.

Assist in planning and scheduling through various phases of project development (initiation, planning, design, right of way, construction, and close-out).

Retrieve, consolidate, and analyze information from various sources.

Apply schedule scope changes in alignment with contract requirements.

Identify schedule delays, impacts, and variances to the baseline and communicate plans and schedules to the Project Manager and Project Team.

Report on schedule progress in program meetings, forecast reports, and status reports.

Analyze cost and resource loading in the baseline and monthly schedule updates and run regular cash flow reports.

Prepare what-if scenario schedules and inform management of possible outcomes.

Review/analyze time impacts and provide time impact resolution.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Foster and maintain a collaborative work environment.

Work independently, make effective decisions concerning construction work in progress, and solve field problems.

Coordinate with various agencies and departments.

Possess knowledge of civil components such as earthwork, grading, drainage, AC and PCC pavement, traffic control, SWPPP measures, signing and striping, and utility coordination.

Proficient in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.

Knowledge of Caltrans construction practices preferred.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus and control under pressure.

Professional approach to developing strong client relations.

Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, including scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and project management software.

Ability to read and understand project workplans, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents.

Exceptional analytical and planning skills.

Knowledge of the elements of a WBS and how it is referenced in developing a project workplan.

Proficiency in the use of Primavera P6 Scheduling Software.

Minimum qualifications:

BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

California Professional Engineer's license preferred.

A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience desired; contractor experience is a plus.

A minimum of 2 years of experience serving as a Resident Engineer, Inspector or Office Engineer

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

Proactive and personable with a strong ability to learn quickly.

Capable of working effectively in a team environment.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:
Kleinfelder and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:
Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunity Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range:$107,010 - $145,539.

Career Development:
We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:
Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its' subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

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