Scheduler
United Infrastructure Group · Charlotte, NC
- On site
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Charlotte, NC
Job highlights
- Manage construction schedules using Primavera P6.
- Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.
- Analyze schedule impacts and mitigate risks.
- Prepare schedule updates and custom reports.
- Support project planning from concept to completion.
About the role
Scheduler
United Infrastructure Group (UIG) is a leader in the transportation construction industry in the Southeast with over 100 years of experience. We are committed to developing an exceptional workforce within a professional, family-oriented environment.
Role Overview
As a Scheduler at United Infrastructure Group (UIG), you will be instrumental in managing and maintaining detailed construction schedules for multiple projects. Collaborating closely with project managers, construction managers, contractors, and other team members, you will utilize Primavera scheduling software to plan, track, and report project progress from conception through completion. Your responsibilities will also include providing scheduling recommendations, analyzing schedule impacts, and devising strategies to mitigate risks and delays.
Typical Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
- Schedule Creation and Maintenance: Create, monitor, and maintain multiple project schedules using Primavera P6 scheduling software. Assist the team in defining project goals, objectives, and success factors.
- Collaboration with Project Teams: Work closely with project managers, construction engineers, and contractors to provide detailed planning and scheduling support from conceptual planning to project execution. Collaborate with estimating departments and project teams during project turnover to modify schedules based on bid evaluations.
- Analysis and Recommendations: Analyze schedule updates against the established baseline to assess impacts on resources, constructability, workflow, and cash flow. Evaluate schedule logic, durations, resource impacts, and workflow efficiency. Make recommendations to reduce schedule risks and assess the impacts of design or construction changes on project timelines.
- Schedule Monitoring and Updates: Prepare and present schedule updates and status reports to project teams, ensuring timely delivery of information. Report on schedule progress, highlighting potential risks, and develop recovery plans in the event of delays.
- Custom Reporting and Forecasting: Prepare summary-level reports such as 4-week look-ahead schedules, cash flow analysis, resource histograms, and float trend analyses. Assist in the preparation of estimates, proposals, and baseline schedules to meet client requirements.
- Risk Management and Mitigation: Conduct "what-if" scenario analysis to create recovery schedules and evaluate potential mitigation measures when project delays occur.
Qualifications And Skills
- Experience: 5+ years of construction scheduling experience, preferably within the heavy highway industry.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering is preferred (equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
- Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of DOT standards, including experience with SCDOT, NCDOT, and GDOT.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software and MS Excel.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present schedule updates and analysis clearly to team members and stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working closely with project managers, contractors, and engineers.
- Safety: A safety-minded approach to all aspects of work.
- Organizational Skills: Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Self-Motivation: A self-starter with the ability to work unsupervised and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Position Requirements
- Basic abilities to use or learn MS Word, Excel, and COINS Systems.
- Willingness and ability to manage crews.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Willingness to travel as required.
- Legally able to work in the US.
Physical Requirements
- Office Work: Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer are required.
- Field Work: Occasional travel to job sites to support project scheduling tasks.
Key skills/competency
- Construction Scheduling
- Primavera P6
- Project Management
- Schedule Analysis
- Risk Management
- Heavy Highway Construction
- DOT Standards
- Microsoft Excel
- Collaboration
- Reporting
Skills & topics
- Scheduler
- Construction Scheduling
- Primavera P6
- Project Management
- Schedule Analysis
- Risk Management
- Heavy Highway Construction
- DOT Standards
- Civil Engineering
- Reporting
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5+ years of construction scheduling experience, Primavera P6 proficiency, and heavy highway industry knowledge.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Excel for scheduling and analysis.
- Demonstrate industry knowledge: Clearly state your familiarity with DOT standards like SCDOT, NCDOT, and GDOT.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your collaborative approach, risk mitigation strategies, and experience presenting schedule updates.
- Address qualifications: Ensure your resume and application reflect your Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent experience.
Technical preparation
Master Primavera P6 for complex scheduling.,Enhance MS Excel skills for data analysis.,Familiarize with COINS systems basics.,Understand DOT standards and workflows.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you managed project delays.,How do you collaborate with diverse teams?,How do you prioritize multiple projects?,Share an example of mitigating schedule risks.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary software used for scheduling at United Infrastructure Group?
- The primary software used for scheduling at United Infrastructure Group is Primavera P6. Proficiency in this software is a key requirement for the Scheduler role.
- What industry experience is preferred for the Scheduler position at UIG?
- The Scheduler position at United Infrastructure Group prefers candidates with at least 5 years of construction scheduling experience, particularly within the heavy highway industry. Knowledge of DOT standards is also highly valued.
- Does United Infrastructure Group offer remote work for the Scheduler role?
- The job description indicates that occasional travel to job sites for field work is required, suggesting this is not a fully remote position. It also mentions a willingness to travel as required.
- What is the educational requirement for the Scheduler role at UIG?
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in civil engineering is preferred for the Scheduler role. However, equivalent experience in construction scheduling may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- How does United Infrastructure Group support employee development?
- United Infrastructure Group is committed to developing its workforce through training, education, certification, and qualification assistance. They offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their employees.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Scheduler at UIG?
- Key responsibilities include creating and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6, collaborating with project teams, analyzing schedule impacts, preparing reports, and managing risks and delays.
- What kind of reports does a Scheduler at UIG prepare?
- A Scheduler at UIG prepares various reports, including 4-week look-ahead schedules, cash flow analysis, resource histograms, and float trend analyses, in addition to regular schedule updates and status reports.
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