Scheduler

The Weitz CompanyWest Palm Beach, Florida

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Are you a talented Scheduler who has experience working for a general contractor (GC)? The Weitz Company is hiring a Scheduler to support our Florida business unit in West Palm Beach, FL! This role will develop integrated project schedules, coordinate / integrate project schedule input from project managers, guide the baseline, and update and time impact process throughout the project lifecycle. The Scheduler will also analyze subcontractor developed construction schedules and ensure consistent development of construction schedules according to sound industry practices.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do :

Identify scheduling needs and oversee schedule management processes to ensure adherence to policies, practices, and meeting projects' deliverables
Review schedules’ accuracy and reliability, ensure meeting the DCMA health requirements
Assess proficiency of scheduling personnel and provide in-person practices and software training as needed
Prepare and build complex cost and resource loaded baseline schedule, collaboratively with project team
Participate in pursuit opportunities, including the creation of proposal schedules
Develop detailed performance and progress reports, highlighting major risks and report them to leadership
Recommend corrective actions for major scheduling risks and present information in a manner that enables effective decision-making
Establish streamlined workflows between all departments (i.e. preconstruction, field operations) involved in a project
Review current policies and practices and recommend adjustments, new ideas as needed for more efficiency
Attend project kickoffs and set schedule management ground rules
Lead pull planning sessions and implement lean construction methodologies.
Act as scheduling SME and lead the peer group within assigned projects
Review and develop complex time impact analysis across multiple projects
Recommend new technologies, practices and procedures for optimizing schedule management across the company
Mentor team members

What We’re Looking For :

Experience : Experience working for a GC is required Bachelor’s degree in project or construction management, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 5+ years of scheduling experience with 3+ years specifically relating to construction scheduling LEAN construction principles experience is highly desired Certified Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) designation is preferred

Skills : Strong understanding of construction drawings and contracts Excellent project management skills Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative Business acumen and relationship building skills Excellent verbal and written communication

Technology :

Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel for data analysis Working knowledge of other scheduling software (MS Project, Power Project) Working knowledge of Power BI and Power Query Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

What We Offer :

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings

Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Voluntary Products Including : Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance

Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

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Scheduler • West Palm Beach, Florida