Senior Scheduler

GRAY CONSTRUCTION • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

Gray Construction is seeking a Senior Scheduler to join our team. This position will be based in the Jackson, Mississippi area, with temporary relocation assistance provided. Experience in the Construction Industry is required. Why Gray? Gray is a fully integrated, global service provider deeply rooted in engineering, design, and construction, along with smart manufacturing and equipment manufacturing services. Consistently ranked as a leader in the industry, we focus on the following markets for domestic and international customers: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Data Centers, Distribution, and Advanced Technology. Founded in 1960, Gray's robust offering enables us to create one-of-a-kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world's most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don't define Gray-our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear. They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

• We are looking for a qualified scheduler who has a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience.
• The ideal candidate should have experience in managing scheduling staff on multiple projects and should possess a comprehensive understanding of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP scope of work, as well as an understanding of the design process relative to the project schedule.
• They should also have a comprehensive understanding of project administration, including the submittal process, change management, and change order processes, along with schedule logic, predecessors, successors, and float.
• The candidate should have an understanding of earned value management and the ability to cost and manpower load schedules.
• They should also possess a comprehensive understanding of schedule software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• The ideal candidate should be able to develop a comprehensive baseline schedule of projects in collaboration with the site team and trade partners to meet key milestones.
• They should be able to prepare executive schedule update narratives and reports for market performance and develop construction sequencing to help the project team plan efficient workflows.
• The candidate should be able to assess project schedules to identify and mitigate scheduling conflicts.
• The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development.

Responsibilities

• The selected candidate will have the key responsibility of managing the scheduling program within their respective market.
• It will be their duty to ensure that schedules are produced, maintained, updated and issued on a regular basis throughout the project duration.
• The candidate will be responsible for closely monitoring trends and alerting management of any possible positive or negative effects of those trends.
• Additionally, during proposal development the candidate will be relied on to assist with project strategy in relation to schedule.
• Must always be looking for opportunities to learn and develop new skills to enhance project schedule performance.
• Lead by example and hold team members accountable for adhering to Gray's policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees