Scheduler

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Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking full-time experienced Schedulers with transportation construction management experience for opportunities in the Seattle area.

Key responsibilities: 

• Knowledge of WASHDOT specifications and requirements for CPM schedules.
• Create, monitor, and report on the project schedule, ensuring the effectiveness of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Track, analyze, and report on project schedule information, including current status and forecasted changes to the schedule baseline.
• Ensure accuracy of project schedules and provide input on baseline management.
• Coordinate project schedules, tasks, deliverables, updates, and distribute project data and reports effectively.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Functional Team Members to develop and update project baseline schedules per the Client's approved Work Breakdown Structure.
• Support Project Team and Project Control support staff to verify compliance with approved milestone dates of the baseline schedule.
• Assist in planning and scheduling through various phases of project development (initiation, planning, design, right of way, construction, and close-out).
• Retrieve, consolidate, and analyze information from various sources.
• Apply schedule scope changes in alignment with contract requirements.
• Identify schedule delays, impacts, and variances to the baseline and communicate plans and schedules to the Project Manager and Project Team.
• Report on schedule progress in program meetings, forecast reports, and status reports.
• Analyze cost and resource loading in the baseline and monthly schedule updates and run regular cash flow reports.
• Prepare what-if scenario schedules and inform management of possible outcomes.
• Review/analyze time impacts and provide time impact resolution.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Foster and maintain a collaborative work environment.
• Work independently, make effective decisions concerning construction work in progress, and solve field problems.
• Coordinate with various agencies and departments.
• Possess knowledge of civil components such as earthwork, grading, drainage, AC and PCC pavement, traffic control, SWPPP measures, signing and striping, and utility coordination.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of Caltrans construction practices preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus and control under pressure.
• Professional approach to developing strong client relations.
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, including scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and project management software.
• Ability to read and understand project workplans, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents.
• Exceptional analytical and planning skills.
• Knowledge of the elements of a WBS and how it is referenced in developing a project workplan.
• Proficiency in the use of Primavera P6 Scheduling Software.

Minimum qualifications:

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• California Professional Engineer's license preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience desired; contractor experience is a plus.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience serving as a Resident Engineer, Inspector or Office Engineer
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Proactive and personable with a strong ability to learn quickly.
• Capable of working effectively in a team environment.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.