Scheduler - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit•Lenexa, KS

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kiewit Power Engineering is seeking an Engineering Scheduler to support multiple markets in its power division. The role helps establish and maintain a strong scheduling program and supports the growth of an innovative scheduling team. The scheduler plans and tracks projects from conceptual planning through engineering and construction, working with project managers, engineering and design teams, procurement, construction management, contractors, clients, and project services staff. The position is based in the Lenexa, Kansas office, with hybrid flexibility and relocation assistance offered. Periodic travel may be required; relocation to jobsites is not required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of scheduling experience, preferably in engineering or construction.
Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft Office products and Primavera P6.
Ability to travel periodically; relocation to jobsites is not required.
Ability to translate complex engineering processes into project schedules.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Highly motivated, takes initiative, and has a strong work ethic.
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
Passion for safety and ability to help ensure a safe workplace.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
Ability to work at different locations where conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of project-controls software such as the inEight Suite, or willingness to learn it.
Scheduling experience in engineering or construction.

Responsibilities

Work with project managers, engineers, designers, procurement staff, construction managers, contractors, and project services staff to plan and schedule projects from conceptual planning through engineering and construction.
Develop resource-loaded schedules that include activities, major milestones, critical approvals, long-lead procurement items, and other project deliverables.
Develop schedule logic and constraints, realistic activity durations, and available manpower and resource assumptions.
Assess the effects of design changes and schedule slippages, and inform company management and clients about schedule updates.
Apply engineering, procurement, and construction terminology and concepts to develop and maintain critical-path logic networks; collect and assess historical data to support realistic planning and forecasting.
Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to resolve difficult project-controls problems.
Analyze, evaluate, and forecast current status against an established baseline schedule, and train other schedulers in that process.
Interface with clients, attend regular meetings, and provide schedule-health reports.
Maintain reliable attendance, work productively, meet deadlines, communicate professionally, follow instructions and safety policies, and work during normal operating hours; work overtime and weekends as required.