Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
70 days ago
Senior Scheduler

Company Overview:

Mortenson’s success is not a matter of luck; it is a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service. 

Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service, and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.

It all starts with our extraordinary people and collaborative teams. Mortenson has been voted a "best place to work" over 40 times since 2002…

…What are you waiting for?!

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

Other duties as assigned

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

Required Skills:

Minimum of four (4) years construction experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience Thorough knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing  Shown ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in anticipating and 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 critical thinking skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion Excellent oral and written communication skills  Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback  Ability to travel may be required based on operating group Current driver’s license

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field 

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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