Construction Scheduler

About the role

Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. (MWH), is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Scheduler to support the construction of water/wastewater projects ranging from $20 million up to $500 million dollars. This position will be based out of our Salem, Oregon office and may require periodic travel.

Essential Functions

• Develop accurate schedules using industry best practices and insight from project team members.
• Update project schedules in accordance with company procedures and industry best practices. Communicate results to the project team and suggest action when necessary.
• Review project changes for impacts to the project schedule and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract.
• Review project schedules for compliance with company procedures, contract requirements, and industry best practices. Recommend corrective action where necessary.
• Prepare monthly schedule reports for project and management use.
• Provide schedule guidance to schedule software users as needed.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Plan the construction, startup, and commissioning activities at the project site.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, or other topographical or geological data.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in engineering, construction management, or a related degree. An equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training may be substituted.
• 5 - 10 years of project scheduling experience covering development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating, and analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits.
• Knowledge of general construction practices and sequences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business applications.
• Excellent in Primavera scheduling software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with client-facing experience.
• Ability to travel periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project planning experience
• Water/wastewater treatment plant experience
• Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, NetPoint, etc.).
• Earned Value Management experience on self-performed projects.
• Experience with schedule analytic software (SmartPM, Acumen Fuse, etc.).
• Experience with 4D/BIM software.
• Experience with Lean Construction or Last Planner System
• Professional Scheduler Certification from PMI (PMI-SP) or AACE (PSP).

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits, including options for medical, dental, and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program, and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week