What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Scheduler position at Fabcon?
Purpose/Scope:
This position is responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive schedule that integrates all activities required to successfully execute projects and operations. The role will be critical in ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget in addition to working closely with various teams and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage an integrated master schedule for all projects and operations, considering dependencies, constraints, and resources available.
- Collaborate with departments to understand project requirements, allocate resources, establish schedules and plans that meet customer needs.
- Identify and assess risks, issues, and conflicts that may impact the schedule, and help develop mitigation plans.
- Regularly update and maintain the master schedule by incorporating changes, updates, and adjustments as necessary.
- Monitor project progress and identify any deviations from the schedule, taking proactive measures to address delays or other issues.
- Conduct regular meetings and discussions with project teams to review and analyze project status, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions.
- Provide accurate and timely reports, dashboards, and visualizations that communicate project status, key metrics, and performance indicators to management and stakeholders.
- Continuously improve scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Train and mentor project team members on best practices for schedule management and adherence.
Basic Qualifications:
- Associates degree or equivalent experience
- 5 years’ experience as a Master Scheduler or similar role.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field.
- Master Scheduler experience in a project-based environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify critical paths, analyze complex data, and make informed decisions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and coordinate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams to achieve project goals.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Excel, to generate reports and metrics.
Physical Requirements:
- Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time
Work Environment:
- Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting
