Scheduling Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead scheduling sessions with the Fortis Project Team, Client Project Teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Actively participate in weekly pull planning sessions.
• Conduct site walks daily or as needed to accurately understand current stage of construction in relation to the plan.
• Proficient use of tools to create and manage master schedule (P6 Primavera and Microsoft Office Suite).
• Active listening with all project resources and ability to communicate needs effectively when capturing inputs, outputs, and requirements for the plan.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, and develop schedules for varied projects and programs, within a construction setting.
• Understand how complicated systems go together to properly sequence detailed activities and to creatively re-sequence a schedule when conflicts arise.
• Process and incorporate delay claims and time extension requests and familiarity with various types of schedule analysis.
• Aid in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of methods of construction practices and project execution.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in working with P6 Primavera and in Microsoft Office Suite.
• 4+ years of experience as a Project Scheduler / Scheduling Engineer.
• A strong work ethic and a "can-do" attitude.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a professional office environment.
• Role is stationary, often standing or sitting for long periods of time, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.
• Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing is required.
• May occasionally push, pull or lift up to 25 lbs.

Travel Requirements

• All Fortis positions require some level of driving.