Senior Scheduler

Mortenson • Cedar Rapids, IA

2d • $102,000 - $137,700

About The Position

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Senior Scheduler with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Senior Scheduling Engineer will provide oversight of all planning and scheduling activities. Accepted Locations: Cedar Rapids, IA; Pampa, TX; Omaha, NE; Lincoln, NE

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management , Engineering, or equivalent field
• Minimum of four years construction experience or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication, open to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel may be required based on operating group
• Thorough knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and company software
• Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing
• Ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in solving unprecedented problems on complex projects
• Strong plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills
• Basic knowledge of project management, contracts, and buyout
• Working knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies
• Strong organization and team skills
• Basic knowledge of cost and resource loaded schedules
• Basic knowledge of claims avoidance and resolution techniques
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions
• Results-oriented to ensure delivery of accurate, complete, and timely products and services
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a project engineer is desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all planning and scheduling activities
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct planning and scheduling activities
• Ensure that corporate planning and schedule stands are implemented and that all project related activities comply
• Provide oversight and supervision of scheduling team
• Coach, mentor, and train field personnel, forepersons, and assistant superintendents
• Establish and nurture teamwork environment
• Ensure crews have resources and support
• Provide work direction and performance evaluations
• Identify hiring needs and participate in hiring, discipline, and dismissal decisions if needed
• Develop leadership potential through appropriate task assignments and career growth opportunities
• Implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program at project site
• Manage open shop and union issues
• Maintain relationships with all visitors to the site:  customers, architects, union representatives, subcontractors, et al.
• Manage site work and logistics efficiently, providing suggestions for improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

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