Project Scheduler

Field assignments on various Yates Industrial projects.

Job Summary:

Position that will be under direct supervision of a senior scheduler and/or Project Manager support of large projects or small projects to perform scheduling responsibilities. Will be responsible for the assembling and analyzing of project information and preparing understandable documents which serve as a tool to eliminate design discrepancies and problems, while improving the efficient planning and scheduling of projects. Work will require the application of planning/scheduling and cost techniques and methods based on level of experience and will involve substantial evaluation, analysis, and modification of such standards in problem-solving efforts.

Primary Duties:

• Develop detailed schedules with the project team and trade partners.
• Monitor projects by setting schedules based on departmental procedures.
• Responsible for the input, analysis, and monitoring of design deliverables, procurement, and construction schedules.
• Develop internal and external reports describing project status.
• Produce conceptual schedules with little or no input from the project team for debate and refinement by the team.
• Ideally looking for someone strong in scheduling and 3D modeling.
• Maintain a database of probable schedule durations by activities as well as overall durations.
• Development of the baseline overall schedule using well-defined and properly sequenced work activities.
• Assist with overseeing all project scheduling activities and provide required status updates, forecasts, and reports as necessary.
• Develop project schedule layouts in conjunction with the project team, alternate schedules, and progress measurement of the schedule.
• Reviewing and critiquing Vendor and Subcontractor monthly updates to the schedule.
• Verifying that the updates are an accurate representation of the work accomplished.
• Understand the flow and logistics needed for the execution of the project.
• Supports ongoing projects by working with the project manager and discipline leads on project status, identifying opportunities for improvement, delays, and areas where additional concentration is required.
• Recommending workaround plans to keep the project on track.
• Demonstrate Yates Core Values and Principles
• Follow Yates Code of Conduct
• Safety Responsibilities and Expectations
  • Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work by the established Yates Safety Procedures and Work Practices
  • Report all incidents, near hits, and hazards to management.
  • Required to wear and maintain personal PPE.
  • Advise fellow employees of hazardous situations.
  • Participate in workplace inspections.
  • Comply with statutory requirements, including duty of care.
  • Participate in required and/or assigned training.
  • Provide suggestions to improve Safety.
  • Present a mature approach to working safely.
  • Attend prestart and Safety meetings and contribute.
  • Assists with administering the site safety program as required and ensuring Trade Partner compliance with OSHA standards and Yates Site Specific Requirements and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Other related duties as needed and assigned by the Manager in support of the successful completion of the project.

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate University degree or higher (preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or a closely related field) is preferred.
  • Other relevant education, training, or work experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
• One (1) to five (5) years of previous industrial or commercial construction experience is required.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP cost management tools
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera 6
• Well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines

Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Strategy
• Collaboration

Physical Demands/Essential Job Functions:

1. The job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but are not limited to walking, standing, operating tools/equipment, and lifting items (up to 25 lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as applicable to the position.

About Yates Construction

Ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country by Engineering News-Record, Yates Construction is family-owned and provides a wide range of construction and building services. Incorporated in 1964 by William G. Yates Jr., we have steadily grown to become one of the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the nation. We are financially sound with a significant bonding capacity as well as vast personnel and equipment resources.

Our portfolio includes commercial and industrial projects from various sectors including arts and culture, civil, commercial, education, entertainment and gaming, federal, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, municipal, retail, and technology. We work hard to understand our client’s business needs and continually look for opportunities to provide additional value to our clients and their projects.

Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.