Scheduler

Job Description

The Construction Scheduler is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by technical planning of the project for the purpose of finding out and planning the construction procedures and means of production necessary, the external ambiguities and conditioning factors, the most appropriate order for performance of the work and the partial deadlines and final deadline for completion of the work.

Required Skills And Competencies

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Ability to work independently, taking initiative to reach goals without supervision.
• Ability to be proactive in developing new tasks or proposals for the team.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.

Preparation

• Preparation of detailed construction programs in Primavera P6.
• Preparation of the narrative.
• Presentation/dissemination of planning/programming philosophy.
• Production of Cost Forecast and operation Earned Value Management process.
• Maintenance of Primavera P6 schedules and performance measurement systems.

Monitoring

• Monitor the project planning, resource analysis, functional integration and forecast and trend analysis.
• Reviews schedules and to prepare reports and presentations to communicate project status and findings of analysis.
• Makes sure progress during construction and re-programming if required.
• Integrates information from the designers, construction, subcontractors and suppliers to create a master schedule.
• Covers coordination between areas and departments, in order to elaborate a realistic schedule.
• Monitors continuously all project problems, take advantage of conversion opportunities if any and recommend solutions for scrapping and potential.
• Responsible for Daily, Weekly and Monthly Reporting.
• Monitors construction claims and change orders related to scheduling impacts.
• Preparation of Extension of time (EoT).

Other Duties

• Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.