Planning and Scheduling Manager II

Mortenson•Salt Lake City, UT

6h•$128,200 - $192,300

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Manager II to perform complex planning and scheduling assignments on highly complex or multiple projects, and to lead and coordinate team members and processes in implementing planning and scheduling strategy. The role provides oversight and direction for planning and scheduling activities, ensures corporate standards are followed, develops schedule mitigation options, and supports project pursuit strategy, company-wide training, and continuous improvement initiatives. Travel is required as needed. The position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. The base pay range is $128,200–$192,300, with higher ranges for specified office locations. Actual pay within the range depends on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. Mortenson is a builder, developer, and EPC company serving markets including sports, renewable energy, data centers, and healthcare. The company states its commitment to equal employment opportunity and to creating a lasting positive impact through the built environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma with CHST, OSHA 500, and 12 years of construction experience, including seven years as a dedicated construction safety professional.
At least 10 years of construction experience.
Advanced knowledge of scheduling concepts, construction practices, project sequencing, and 4D visual planning methodologies.
Strong ability to read, review, and interpret plans and specifications and identify concerns in document reviews.
Knowledge of project management, buyout, contracts, and basic claims avoidance and resolution techniques.
Strong organization, delegation, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage multiple project teams and deliver exceptional customer service.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, oral and written communication, and public speaking skills.
Ability to interpret and implement customer scheduling specifications, develop project schedule strategies, and work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans.
Ability to travel as required.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a project manager or superintendent is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight of planning and scheduling activities on multiple projects or large, complex projects.
Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct planning and scheduling activities.
Ensure corporate planning and schedule standards are implemented and project-related activities comply with them.
Generate and recommend mitigation options to address scheduling problems and assist site management in implementing mitigation measures.
Coach, mentor, and train team members in scheduling methods.
Collaborate with Business Development on proposals, leading project pursuit strategy related to schedules and risk identification and mitigation.
Support the rollout of company-wide training plans.
Coordinate and lead corporate planning and scheduling improvement initiatives and best-practice sharing.
Work effectively and build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including no-cost vision coverage (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Dental plan (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
401(k) retirement plan with a Mortenson match (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Tuition reimbursement (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Adoption assistance (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Gym membership discount program (for eligible Non-Craft and Non-Union Craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.