Manager-Project Scheduling

Tallgrass•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will work with the project team to prepare schedule data for proposals or tracking and executing schedules for active projects in progress. You will apply established unit job hour and pricing data, perform schedule integrations, prepare work logic, identify restraints and potential impacts, develop recovery plans, and evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) from an accredited institution in Business, Engineering or related discipline or nine to fifteen (9-15) years of industry experience equivalent to education.
Five to Eight (5-8) years of relevant work experience.
Strong proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Strong organizational/time management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
Strong analytical skills.
Proven management and supervisory skills.
Ability to successfully complete multiple issues under strict deadlines and willingness to delegate to and mentor employees.
Ability to deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business, Engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Prepares and manages schedule data for project development and execution, and business development efforts.
Establishes and maintains the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty.
Performs schedule development duties to include establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining the work activity duration, establishing the proper workflow logic ties, and developing the required job expenditure.
Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties.
Assists with maintenance of critical path schedule reports and schedule performance metrics.
Performs schedule analysis and studies of problem areas to determine criticality of schedule activities.
Monitors and validates project schedules and provides critical activities assessments as required by the project team.
Assists with schedule recovery plans while working with project execution teams.

Benefits

Industry competitive pay
Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Infertility Coverage
Parental Leave
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
Identity theft protection
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Company vehicle (if applicable)
Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
Networking and employee engagement events
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests