What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction-Engineering CPM Scheduler/Cost Estimator position at mcfa?
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a mid-level experienced CPM Scheduler/Cost Estimator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing the scheduling/estimating aspects of our transportation infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and transit systems across New Jersey and New York. The Scheduler/Estimator will be instrumental in developing, analyzing, and maintaining various project schedules, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery. This role could also be responsible for preparing construction/engineering cost estimates on various sized projects. Limited travel may be required for this role.
mcfa Core Values:
- Extreme Ownership
- Intentional Creativity & Curiosity
- Teamwork
- Fun
- White-Glove Customer Experience
- Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Growth-Focused
Key Responsibilities:
- Schedule Development and Management: Develop and maintain comprehensive design and/or construction schedules for various projects using Primavera P6 software. These schedules will include all phases from design to completion.
- Contractor Schedule Review: Analyze and review contractor-provided schedules for feasibility, risk, conflicts, and delays. Provide feedback and recommendations for schedule improvements.
- Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor project progress against the schedule. Identify any deviations and suggest corrective actions to keep projects on track.
- Collaboration with Project Teams: Coordinate with project team members, engineers, and contractors to ensure that schedules accurately reflect the scope of work and project timelines.
- Schedule Integration: Integrate multiple project schedules into a comprehensive program schedule to provide a holistic view of all ongoing projects.
- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed schedule reports, including critical path analysis, progress updates, and forecasts.
- Cost Estimates: Prepare cost estimates for ongoing engineering and construction projects at the direction of the Project Controls Director.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling software is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project is preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction scheduling, preferably in transportation infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of cost estimating best practices.
- Knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and project management principles.
- Experience working on highway, bridge, and transit projects.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple project assignments.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- AACE International or PMI certifications (i.e. PSP, PMI-SP, PMP, etc.) preferred.
mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. mcfa does not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in which mcfa maintains facilities.
Salary : $81,000 - $104,000
