Summary
The Project Scheduler develops and maintains software schedules for all assigned construction projects in strategic business unit(s). The incumbent monitors schedule progression against the schedule baseline, explains schedule variances and prepares reports on schedule-related trends; assists the project team in understanding the various projects’ outlook. Develops scheduling standards and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develops and maintains schedules for all assigned projects utilizing critical path (CPM) scheduling techniques.
Organizes and prioritize all incoming bid proposals to ensure all deadlines are met.
Reviews project schedule data to include records of activities, verifies actual start/finish dates, cost/budgets, work breakdown structures, and associated data as applicable to activities.
Evaluates work packages and other related data for feasibility of implementation. Makes recommendations as to alternative methods or processes that may be utilized to efficiently achieve and maintain desired customer results.
Interfaces with internal and external customers to communicate status of work and corrective actions that may be required to ensure conformance to established schedules.
Works closely with preconstruction team (project managers, superintendents, project engineers, estimators) to ensure that schedule information is communicated to the parties doing the work.
Analyzes project requirements with project team and ensures that required resources are available so that established schedules may be reasonably maintained. If resources are not available, notifies supervision and the project team of resource issues.
Coordinates with internal and external customers to obtain data concerning the status of assigned project activities or milestones.
Coordinates projects with all participants to ensure that plans are achievable and current on a daily basis.
Qualifications
B.S. in Construction Management and/or equivalent.
Has 5 plus years’ experience or equivalent specialized training and work experience.
Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling software and MS Office software.
Ability to handle a large workload with multiple projects and understand how to prioritize your work in order to meet all deadlines.
Ability to independently apply advanced analysis techniques, demonstrate experience in oversight of construction processes and lead others in performing complex, interrelated tasks in an effective and timely manner.
Knowledge of various construction industry markets; (e.g. institutional, retail, government, hospitality, and healthcare).
Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate team members.
Has integrity: maintains the required standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
Ability to operate office equipment, computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
Effective written, verbal, negotiation and presentation skills.
Excellent knowledge of construction practices, methods, trends and crew data.
Ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, accurately, and safely with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing threat of harm to self or others.
The full salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. This position is eligible for a target bonus.
Benefits: Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
About UsLayton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential.
Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.
The STO Building Group family of companies—Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen—includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit-outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize their vision at stobuildinggroup.com.
Skills Required
- B.S. in Construction Management or equivalent
- 5+ years of scheduling or equivalent specialized experience
- Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
- Experience developing and maintaining CPM schedules
- Ability to handle large workloads and prioritize to meet deadlines
- Ability to apply advanced analysis techniques and oversee construction processes
- Knowledge of construction industry markets (institutional, retail, government, hospitality, healthcare)
- Effective written, verbal, negotiation and presentation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and coordinate team members
- Excellent knowledge of construction practices, methods, trends and crew data
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and perform essential duties safely
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