Planning & Control Manager

DOC•Naples, FL

About The Position

DOC is seeking a full-time Planning & Control Manager to oversee and fulfill scheduling requirements across multiple construction projects. The role regularly interfaces with project management, clients, and contractor personnel and oversees and develops junior- to mid-level scheduling staff. It also supports strategies to develop and strengthen a Lean culture aligned with company goals and priorities. The Planning & Control Manager is part of the Scheduling Department, reports to the President, and works closely with departments across the company. The position leads project planning and scheduling, develops and maintains CPM schedules, monitors construction progress, communicates schedule issues, and prepares project narratives and executive dashboards. It develops and trains teams on planning procedures and tools, facilitates collaborative planning, supports Last Planner® System implementation, and administers and maintains the P6 platform. The role also coordinates with departments including Innovation, Marketing, Preconstruction, Field Operations, and Estimating.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.
At least 5 years of experience in a similar role or related functions.
At least 10 years of construction experience, including 5 years on an active jobsite.
At least 10 years of experience using Primavera P6, with working knowledge of Oracle P6 Enterprise Scheduling Software, including administrative functions.
Experience in building and heavy/civil projects.
Detailed understanding of the requirements to develop, manage, and construct a $30–70 million project as a construction manager or general contractor in heavy civil and/or building construction.
Excellent computer skills, including working knowledge of importing and exporting information into Primavera P6 using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
Hands-on experience implementing and using Lean Construction methodology.
Interpersonal and facilitation skills, including the ability to motivate and influence others, build effective relationships, and foster a positive and productive team environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to adapt communication techniques to different project stakeholders.
Strong listening skills, including the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
Creative and innovative approach to assignments, with flexibility and adaptability to manage multiple requests and sudden priority changes.
Ability to embrace and participate in change initiatives.
Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
Willingness to learn and continuously improve processes.

Nice To Haves

P6 Cloud experience.
CM-Lean or Six Sigma certification.
Experience integrating schedules and BIM models using 4D tools.
PSP certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate project planning and scheduling, including managing schedules for multiple projects at once.
Oversee, manage, and develop scheduling department staff.
Develop and maintain CPM schedules and keep contract schedule updates current with project teams.
Monitor construction progress and work with project teams in an advisory role to resolve schedule impacts.
Communicate key schedule issues to project, construction, and operations management in a timely manner.
Prepare monthly schedule narratives describing the status of assigned projects.
Alert project teams to deviations and potential problem areas; develop or review recovery plans, mitigation options, and delay analyses.
Prepare and distribute a monthly schedule dashboard to executive leadership.
Develop, implement, and train staff on standard and project-specific planning procedures in accordance with Scheduling Department procedures.
Ensure compliance with procedures for preparing and maintaining baseline schedules.
Coach project team members in scheduling and planning fundamentals, procedures, and best practices.
Implement and train staff on planning tools and systems, including company-standard and industry-standard tools such as Primavera products or MS Project.
Facilitate collaborative planning sessions with DOC project teams, subcontractors, designers, and stakeholders to gather input on sequencing, manpower, and durations related to project milestones.
Support Last Planner® System implementation, including its mechanics and setup, visual management, and related practices.
Coordinate with DOC departments as required, including Innovation, Marketing, Preconstruction, Field Operations, and Estimating.
Partner with the Innovation Group (Catalyst) to evaluate technology solutions for Lean process improvement opportunities.
Administer the P6 platform and maintain it on an ongoing basis.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.