Scheduler

POSITION: Construction Scheduler

LOCATION: Charleston, SC

COMPANY

One of the largest, locally owned general contractors in the Charleston, SC market. We are a company focused on our culture, our employees, and our clients. We strive to make Raving Fans of everyone involved in the project through our TEAM BUILD process.

SUMMARY

This individual is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating project schedules for upcoming and active construction projects. This role involves collaborating with Preconstruction Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, trade contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary and time constraints. The Construction Scheduler utilizes scheduling software and techniques to create detailed project plans, monitor progress, identify potential delays, and propose solutions to keep projects on track. This person will assist in the development and management of several concurrent projects.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Assist in the planning, development, and tracking of the overall project schedule including updates, progress reporting, and problem analysis to ensure compliance with company and client requirements for construction with input from the project team.
• Interface with the preconstruction team for schedule development to understand goals and requirements of the project.
• Create comprehensive project schedules including all tasks, milestones, and resources required for successful project completion.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of schedules and successful project execution.
• Coordinate with project teams to allocate time and resources efficiently to ensure optimal utilization and adherence to project timelines.
• Work with project teams monthly to monitor project progress against the established baseline schedule and identify any deviations and potential risks to the project timeline.
• Provide updates to project schedules as needed, monthly at a minimum, based on changes in scope, resource availability, or other factors impacting project timelines.
• Coordinate with the project teams to identify, anticipate, and mitigate potential schedule risks by identifying critical path activities and developing contingency plans.
• Assist in effectively communicating schedule updates, changes, and potential impacts to project stakeholders, subcontractors, and clients.
• Ensure that project schedules adhere to quality standards and best practices in scheduling methodology and Trident/client requirements.
• Develop and assist the project teams in maintaining accurate records of schedule revisions, delays, and other relevant project information for reporting and analysis purposes.
• Participate in post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for process improvement in scheduling practices.
• Stay current with changing technology, including software programs.
• Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.
• Mentor and train upcoming Project Engineers involved with your projects.
• Complete ongoing self-assessments, in coordination with Trident’s Learning and Development program, to be reviewed by bi-annual check-ins and reviews.
• Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills and ability required.

Education/Technical Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or other similar field, and a minimum ten (10) years vertical construction scheduling experience required (hospitality and/or multi-family experience preferred).
• Proficiency in scheduling software Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and similar programs.
• Certification in scheduling (e.g., PSP, PMI-SP) is desired.
• OSHA 30 certification and First Aid certification desired.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in scheduling and documentation.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Knowledge of construction methods, means, and techniques and experience in construction and contracting procedures.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, costs, and principles.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends if required by project schedule.

Language Skills

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to speak effectively to a group of peers and diverse project teams.

Leadership Skills

• Strong communication skills to effectively share and manage the goals of the project.
• Exude motivation and a passion for your role on the project.
• Show the ability to adapt and overcome challenging situations as you drive towards a solution that best fits the needs of the project, goals of the client, and expectations of the company.
• Demonstrate the desire to continuously seek opportunities for added responsibility and growth in all functions of this role.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding up to 50’ tall and lift up-to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to walk jobsites extensively (6-8 hours per day) and navigate through construction area(s).