Senior Scheduling Manager

Gilbane Building Company•Houston, TX

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Scheduling Manager to lead the scheduling function for a single Business Unit (BU) or multiple small BU’s. This role requires a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects. Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. The company offers opportunities to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more. Gilbane is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
15+ years of related construction scheduling experience
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
In-depth knowledge of construction means, methods, sequences, crew sizes, productivity rates, manpower analysis, cash flow, and CPM scheduling across multiple Markets
Excellent planning and problem-solving skills
Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to tutor and guide scheduling staff in scheduling fundamentals, procedures, and guidelines
Deploy and modify scheduling systems as appropriate to support project specific execution requirements
Implement / effectively use / train on company-standard and industry- standard scheduling tools and systems

Nice To Haves

Professional Certification in AACEi, PMI, AGC, CMAA, or similar is recommended

Responsibilities

Provides oversight relative to all aspects of planning & scheduling for all projects within the BU(s)
Provides input to the development of project pursuits including fee proposals, RFP responses, presentation content, etc.
Ensures adequate controls are in place so that proper schedule techniques and update procedures are followed on all projects within a BU
Reports concerns to BU management regarding proper project controls on any projects within a BU
Reviews project risk reports and provides feedback and alerts for high-risk jobs in the BU
Assumes lead role for Scheduling in the BU’s strategic planning process
Monitors and provides recommendations for Scheduling-related customer satisfaction goals
Provides input on department workload and deliverables and balances with available backlogged recoveries and recoveries targets
Participates in the Scheduling peer group by actively leading a subcommittee or group initiative as identified by the yearly Scheduling peer group strategic plan
Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals