Scheduling Manager - MWH

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation. As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future.

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Scheduling Manager to support the construction of water/wastewater projects in California ranging up to $2.2 billion. This position will be full-time on a project site in San Francisco, CA. The Scheduling Manager will coordinate schedules, manage deadlines, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure the smooth operation of project scheduling processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Cost and Resource loaded project schedules for large water and wastewater projects utilizing Primavera P6 in accordance with company procedures, project specifications, and industry best practices.
• Plan preconstruction, construction, startup, and commissioning activities for the project site using industry best practices and input from the project team.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, specifications, aerial photography, or other topographical or geological data.
• Estimate durations, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.
• Identify and anticipate schedule risks; assist in developing and implementing mitigations.
• Monitor and adjust schedules to align with project requirements and deadlines.
• Communicate schedule changes and updates to all project stakeholders and suggest action when necessary.
• Prepare weekly schedule updates and monthly reports.
• Analyze scheduling data to identify areas for process improvement.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to scheduling coordinators and project team members.
• Manage and develop junior project schedulers.
• Present on topics such as bid proposals, construction sequences, project changes, and delays.
• Review project changes for impacts and assist in preparing change notices as required by contract.
• Prepare Time Impact Analysis and associated narratives and reports.
• Prepare and manage cost and resource loaded schedules for use in invoice generation.
• Contribute to improving scheduling practices at MWH.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training.
• Expert level experience utilizing Primavera P6.
• Experience scheduling projects over $300 million.
• 10 years experience in construction work sequencing, productivity, and scheduling as well as preparing and maintaining detailed construction schedules.
• Experience in development of baseline schedules, incorporating subcontractor schedules, schedule updating, analysis of progress, including project compliance processes and audits.
• Experience using Cost and Resource loaded schedules to generate the project billings.
• Proficiency with construction management software (Autodesk Build, Procore, CMiC, Viewpoint, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with customer-facing experience.

Qualifications

• Experience scheduling water or wastewater treatment plant projects.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Certifications such as: Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), or Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP).
• Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, Asta, NetPoint, etc.).
• Experience with schedule analytics software (SmartPM, Acumen Fuse, Schedule Validator, etc.).
• Experience with 4D scheduling software.
• Experience with Lean Construction or Last Planner System.
• Experience with Forensic Delay Analysis.

Pay

Anticipated budgeted salary for this position is $185,000 - $275,000 per year.

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.