Traveling Director of Scheduling - Data Centers

Turner Construction•Atlanta, GA

6d•$200,000 - $270,000

About The Position

Lead planning, development, coordination, and oversight of Planning & Scheduling (P&S) functions for data center project operations. Develop and implement scheduling strategy aligned with current company strategic objectives. This full-time traveling assignment supports Advanced Technology projects across data center, pharmaceutical, industrial/manufacturing, and EV/battery/renewables market segments, with 70–80% travel. Previous data center experience is strongly preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
At least 15 years of construction experience, including 8 years of Scheduling and/or leadership experience.
Data center construction project experience on projects greater than $500 million.
Experience in construction project engineering and supervision positions.
Extensive knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.
Extensive experience with scheduling policies, procedures, practices, and systems.
Ability to articulate, explain, and recommend edits to contractual language, claims, and company policy.
Advanced experience developing metrics, tracking results, conducting gap analysis, and managing scheduling risks.
Knowledge of Earned Value concepts and using construction resources to validate productivity and durations.
Exceptional ability to lead and support change delays and claims.
Strong risk analysis, critical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage ambiguity and changing environments and demands.
Leadership and management experience, including engaging people who are not direct reports.
Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, presentation, and persuasion skills to build relationships and influence people at all organizational levels.
Demonstrated emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, and relationship management.
Executive-level presentation skills and ability to lead discussions and influence stakeholder outcomes.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent mobility and travel, occasional onsite work, and lifting up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Previous data center experience is strongly preferred.
Scheduling certification desired, such as AACE, Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP), or PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).
Complex commissioning experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Set strategic direction for the Planning & Scheduling pillar, pursue continuous improvement, and define and track key performance indicators and metrics affecting project delivery.
Engage with the Regional Operations Group to align company goals and P&S strategy; manage and report on strategy and progress at the Business Unit level.
Guide P&S teams to maintain alignment and consistency across regions and business units.
Lead the Scheduling Leadership Team in promoting consistent scheduling methods and continuous improvement across company operations.
Develop, implement, and manage P&S procedures and processes in accordance with company requirements.
Collaborate on organizational structures, workforce planning, specialty expertise needs, and targets for companywide growth of the Scheduling team.
Contribute to recruitment and hiring decisions and recommend internal mobility options for key positions with Business Unit leadership and RSMs.
Lead P&S educational programs and materials to improve team knowledge, performance, and career development.
Collaborate with RSMs to develop, implement, and maintain Scheduling Playbook standards and best practices for consistent-quality deliverables.
Serve as the national point of contact for P&S software vendors and collaborate with Information Systems on license management.
Educate and influence client and internal project leaders as a subject matter expert on P&S standards and best practices.
Act as an impartial decision maker on P&S issues and help resolve them collaboratively.
Integrate P&S with departments such as Quality, Master Builders, Lean, and VDC to establish 4D and Earned Value scheduling standards, manage risk, and implement practices companywide.
Collaborate with senior leadership and legal on contract changes to reduce or mitigate risks and claims involving owners, designers, subcontractors, and other project entities.
Partner with Information Services to manage scheduling application technology requirements, vendor contracts, and Service Level Agreements.
Promote teamwork, communication, and collaboration; develop national training and events to strengthen scheduling expertise.
Increase Turner’s industry visibility through participation in external organizations, conferences, and events.
Represent Scheduling on company committees and collaborate with related teams to evaluate and implement initiatives.
Lead company scheduling initiatives to improve efficiency and project and Business Unit value.
Analyze scheduling trends and risks, and develop teams and processes to evaluate risks and recommend project and Business Unit strategies.