Scheduler

Louisiana Bridge Builders•Lake Charles, LA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Bridge Builders is hiring a Scheduler to support planning and scheduling for the construction of the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and the reconstruction of interstate highway, structures, ramps, and approaches along a 5.5-mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. The Scheduler technically plans the project by assessing construction procedures and means of production, external uncertainties and constraints, the appropriate sequence of work, and interim and final completion deadlines. The position is based in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The Scheduler develops and maintains project schedules, monitors construction progress, coordinates schedule inputs across project participants, prepares schedule narratives and reports, and supports cost forecasting, earned value management, claims, change orders, and extensions of time. The role may require a flexible schedule, including additional hours, nights, weekends, or holidays, as needed for business operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent field of study, plus at least 6 years of proven experience in project scheduling and maintaining/updating Primavera P6 schedules and performance measurement systems within heavy civil construction projects; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent plus at least 10 years of such experience.
Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner, in writing and verbally, with customers, the public, coworkers, vendors, and others.
Use appropriate computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, with proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
Work as a team member and take initiative to work independently toward goals.
Embrace workplace change and encourage innovative approaches.
Function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
Work a flexible schedule, including additional or different hours and nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

Monitor project planning, resource analysis, functional integration, forecasts, and trend analysis.
Review schedules and prepare reports and presentations communicating project status and analytical findings.
Monitor construction progress and reprogram schedules when required.
Integrate information from designers, construction teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a master schedule.
Coordinate across areas and departments to develop a realistic schedule.
Prepare detailed construction programs in Primavera P6.
Prepare schedule narratives.
Present and disseminate planning and programming philosophy.
Produce cost forecasts and support the operational Earned Value Management process.
Continuously monitor project problems, identify conversion opportunities, and recommend solutions for scrapping and potential.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
Monitor construction claims and change orders related to scheduling impacts.
Prepare Extensions of Time (EOT).
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.