Senior Scheduler

Sr. Scheduler

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Scheduler to initially be on a complex mega casino project in Downtown Chicago.

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

You are someone who acts inclusively, showing empathy and treating others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane's core value of Caring and "People First" workplace culture. You seek to listen in order to understand and can convey information clearly. You're a strong problem solver who can identify, prioritize, and implement alternatives for solutions, and you demonstrate adaptability by collaborating with others and supporting team members to achieve excellence. A self-starter who shows passion, commitment, and ownership all while delivering on business outcomes and driving results. You're someone who identifies opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value-add solutions.

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

Provides oversight relative to all aspects of planning & scheduling within assigned projects

Performs as the scheduling expert for the Business Unit (BU), performing work on advanced and complicated tasks

Demonstrates an advanced expertise in scheduling tools and techniques and regularly stays connected to current and new industry standards

Makes recommendations to Divisional management regarding adoption of latest advances in scheduling practices

Performs skillfully schedule & cost loading for CPM schedules

Performs proficient schedule analysis and analyzes variances and trends when comparing multiple schedules

Performs the delay claims process, develops delay analysis narratives, and coordinates with the Legal Department

Participates in formal proposals and interviews for prospective projects

Ensures adequate controls are in place so that proper schedule techniques and update procedures are followed on all assigned projects

Coaches and mentors less experienced team members

Trains others in risk identification and mitigation

Conducts and reviews monthly project audits and provides recommendations for risk mitigation plans

Reports concerns and updates to Business Unit management regarding proper project controls on any projects within a Business Unit

Monitors overall performance indicators

Manages workload and deliverables and balances with available backlogged recoveries

Trains Project Managers and Superintendents on how to schedule and use scheduling software to manage work in the field

Participates in the Scheduling peer group by actively getting involved in regular meetings or joining a subcommittee

Utilizes industry standard software to support scheduling process

Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

8-17 years of related experience

Comples projects - ideally casino, convention center or hotel experience required

Experience on $100M+ construction project

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

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

Excellent planning and problem-solving skills

Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and / or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Chicago, IL, this ranges from $161,600 - $197,600 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing / 401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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