Scheduling Manager

MWH • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MWH is currently seeking a Scheduling Manager to support the construction of water/wastewater projects in Texas ranging up to $2 billion dollars. This position will be based in Austin, TX and will be full-time on a project site. The Scheduling Manager will be responsible for coordinating schedules, managing deadlines, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring the smooth operation of project scheduling processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training
• Expert level experience utilizing Primavera P6
• Experience scheduling projects over $300 million
• 10 years' experience in construction work sequencing, productivity, and scheduling as well as preparing and maintaining detailed construction schedules
• Experience in development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating, analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits
• Experience with Cost and Resource loaded schedules
• Proficiency with construction management software (Autodesk Build, Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with customer-facing experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience scheduling water or wastewater treatment plant projects
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Certifications such as: Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), or Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)
• Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, Asta, NetPoint, etc.).
• Experience with schedule analytic software (SmartPM, Acumen Fuse, Schedule Validator, etc.)
• Experience with 4D scheduling software
• Experience with Lean Construction or Last Planner System

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Cost and Resource loaded project schedules for large water and wastewater projects utilizing Primavera P6 in accordance with company procedures, project specifications, and industry best practices.
• Plan the pre-construction, construction, startup, and commissioning activities at the project site using industry best practices and insight from project team members
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, specifications, aerial photography, or other topographical or geological data
• Estimate durations, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility
• Identify and anticipate schedule risks; assist in developing and implementing mitigations
• Monitor and adjust schedules to align with project requirements and deadlines
• Communicate schedule changes and updates to all project stakeholders and suggest action when necessary
• Prepare weekly schedule updates and monthly reports.
• Analyze scheduling data to identify areas for process improvement
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to scheduling coordinators and project team members
• Manage and develop junior project schedulers
• Present on topics such as bid proposals, construction sequences, project changes, and delays
• Review project changes for impacts and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract
• Prepare Time Impact Analysis and associated narratives and reports
• Prepare and manage cost and resource loaded schedules for use in invoice generation
• Contribute to improving scheduling practices at MWH

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees