Scheduler

Kleinfelder Inc • Redmond, WA

3d • $107,010 - $145,539

About The Position

Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking experienced full-time Schedulers with transportation construction management experience for opportunities in the Seattle area. The role supports transportation construction projects through schedule development, monitoring, analysis, baseline management, forecasting, and reporting across project phases from initiation through close-out. Schedulers collaborate with Project Managers, functional team members, project teams, and project controls staff to maintain schedules that align with client-approved work breakdown structures and contract requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience serving as a Resident Engineer, Inspector, or Office Engineer.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 Scheduling Software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of WASHDOT specifications and requirements for CPM schedules.
• Knowledge of civil components such as earthwork, grading, drainage, AC and PCC pavement, traffic control, SWPPP measures, signing and striping, and utility coordination.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus and control under pressure.
• Ability to work independently, make effective decisions concerning construction work in progress, and solve field problems.
• Ability to coordinate with various agencies and departments.
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, including scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and project management software.
• Ability to read and understand project workplans, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents.
• Exceptional analytical and planning skills.
• Knowledge of WBS elements and how they are referenced in developing a project workplan.
• Proactive and personable, with the ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Following an offer, satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Caltrans construction practices.
• California Professional Engineer's license.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience is desired; contractor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create, monitor, and report on project schedules, ensuring the effectiveness of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Track, analyze, and report project schedule information, including current status and forecasted changes to the schedule baseline.
• Ensure project schedule accuracy and provide input on baseline management.
• Coordinate project schedules, tasks, deliverables, and updates, and distribute project data and reports.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Functional Team Members to develop and update project baseline schedules according to the Client's approved WBS.
• Support Project Team and Project Control support staff in verifying compliance with approved baseline schedule milestone dates.
• Assist with planning and scheduling through project initiation, planning, design, right of way, construction, and close-out.
• Retrieve, consolidate, and analyze information from various sources.
• Apply schedule scope changes in alignment with contract requirements.
• Identify schedule delays, impacts, and variances to the baseline, and communicate plans and schedules to the Project Manager and Project Team.
• Report schedule progress in program meetings, forecast reports, and status reports.
• Analyze cost and resource loading in baseline schedules and monthly updates, and run regular cash flow reports.
• Prepare what-if scenario schedules and inform management of possible outcomes.
• Review and analyze time impacts and provide time impact resolution.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Reimbursement for continuing education and many training and certification expenses
• Career development opportunities through an internal Mentoring Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior