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Zachry Construction

Senior Scheduler

Zachry Construction, Katy, Texas, United States, 77494


Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where

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Job Summary

The Senior Scheduler is responsible for creating / managing construction schedules using Primavera Project Planning (P6) or ASTA PowerProjects software, coordinating project reporting to clients, managing resource requirements, and providing three-week look-ahead schedules as well as other schedule updates. Provide schedule analysis, progress reports, and TIA's (Time-Impact-Analysis) / Change Impact Analysis.

Essential Functions

Develop; monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules so that projects can be executed in the most efficient manner possible.Prepare proposal / baseline schedules and schedule basis documents for approval by project / estimating teams.Assess impacts to the critical path and near-critical activities and report to the project / estimating team.Monitor schedule deviations and variances and assist in developing alternate methods for corrective action.Prepare and provide schedule progress reports, trending charts, and schedule analysis on a periodic basis.Maintain a record of scope changes, trends, and variances that potentially affect schedule performance.Assure the credibility of the information contained in the schedule.Review schedules with project team members on a regular basis to ensure that accurate and timely data is incorporated into the schedule.Analyze schedules from Subcontractors and Vendors.Verify schedule integrity and evaluate logic and float paths.Evaluate activity sequences for constructability and work with the Construction Manager to incorporate the planned sequence of work into the project schedule.Make recommendations to manage float and (re)sequence activities (if required) to achieve project milestone dates and interim target completion dates.Analyze change orders for schedule impacts.Resource load schedules as required by the project / estimating team.Update/Manage Costs for Earned Value progress and Schedule Variance Index (SVI)Perform job-site walks to verify the physical progress of scheduled activities.Facilitate project scheduling meetings and/or interactive planning meetings as required by the project team.Participate in project meetings at the discretion of the Project Manager / Estimating Manager.Participate in departmental staff meetings.Comply with departmental scheduling practices and procedures.At the completion of the project, develop and record the project's historical schedule information and lessons learned, for future use.Provide training to upcoming planners.This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scheduler on heavy/highway construction projects (Structures, Bridges, Underground, Earthwork and Concrete Paving)Proficiency in Primavera P6 is required or ASTA PowerProjects.Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-orientedStrong working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and WordExcellent verbal and written communication skillsFlexibility with relocation for assigned projectsBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management or similar discipline is preferredField operations experience is strongly preferredBenefits and EOE

Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance401k, Paid leave, and Bonus ProgramCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee assistance programFor additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be immediately authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry's resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry's Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources atPhone: 877-884-9247

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