Project Scheduler - Data Center Construction

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking talented Project Schedulers (various levels) for a hyperscale data center project in Port Washington, WI. The Scheduler will develop integrated project schedules, coordinate and integrate project schedule input from project managers, and guide the baseline, update, and time impact process throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires the ability to analyze subcontractor-developed construction schedules and ensure consistent development according to sound industry practices. The Weitz Company, established in 1855, is a full-service construction company committed to building a better way and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.

Requirements

8 years of related work experience as a Project Manager with scheduling responsibilities.
Proficiency with operating systems and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Asta, P6, Last Planner System and Outlook.
Independent judgment
Ability to multi-task
Decision making
Organizational skills
Self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills
Conflict resolution
Problem-solving
Effective internal and external communication
Project management
Team leadership
Tact
Adaptability
Analytical abilities

Nice To Haves

Data center experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the corporate schedule effort to industry standards.
Provide training, tools, and guidance for the corporate scheduling effort toward proven industry practices.
Responsible for bid/proposal schedules, baseline schedules, schedule updates, and time impact analysis.
Understand complex schedule issues and coordinate appropriate personnel to obtain and validate schedule information.
Maintain master schedules for project tasks including preparation, updating, revising, maintaining, coordinating, and communicating project schedules to team members, management, and the client.
Interface with clients, attend regular construction meetings, and provide statistical reports.
Provide project and company management with the necessary tools for project schedule control.
Accumulate and access historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning and forecasting.
Analyze, evaluate, forecast, and report schedule status against an established baseline.
Collect and report progress, evaluate schedule variances, develop work-around plans, and coordinate resolution of variances.
Develop and maintain an established system to show the hierarchy of schedules; keep project and company management fully informed.
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
Some business travel is required.