Lead Scheduler

We are looking for a diligent Lead Project Scheduler to join our team.

Responsibilities will include development, maintenance, and analysis of project schedules. The role of a Lead Project Scheduler is to ensure that all stages of the construction process are accurately planned and executed in a timely manner. This role can sit out of Columbus, OH, Cleveland, OH, or St. Louis, MO. If sitting out of an Ohio location, there will be an expectation to travel to St. Louis once a month.

SUMMARY

• Role is a Lead Project Scheduler for project pursuits ranging in size, complexity and scope. Primary responsibility will be supporting our project management tea, including self-performed and subcontractor scopes of work.

• Independently, or with a project team, create high-level master schedules for projects ranging in size and complexity.

• Possess excellent time management and organizational skills and have a background in Civil Engineering or related fields.

• Have a deep understanding of construction processes, effective communication skills, and the ability to solve complex problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISBILITIES

• Have a firm understanding of construction sequencing and duration - ability to work independently or with a project team to develop schedules ranging from summary level to detailed activity / resource loaded.

• Ability to work with mixed levels of operations, clients, designers and trade partners to build out master schedules, provide critical schedule analysis, and provide team with suggested adjustments to improve schedule outcome.

• Responsible to ensure that the project schedules conform to the contract requirements and specifications.

• Participating in estimating and project meetings and providing scheduling input, recommendations, and value engineering advice.

• Prepare and present project schedules and narratives to clients and stakeholders.

• Identify and manage potential risks and develop contingency plans to address them.

• Performing Time Impact Analysis (TIA).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration preferred or experience in lieu of degree.

• Ideal candidates will possess 8+ years of experience in Project Scheduling, preferably in heavy civil and heavy industrial construction projects.

• Proficiency in Oracle Primavera Cloud and / or Primavera P6.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Prior experience performing critical path, earned value, and schedule impact analysis is preferred.

• Ability to work in concert with estimators, project team-members, subcontractors, engineers, contracting partners and clients.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects concurrently.

BENEFITS

Kokosing offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.