PCL Construction

Solar Scheduler Lead

PCL Construction • $80K — $95K *
Katy, TX 77449In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience in construction scheduling.
  • 1-4 years dedicated experience in planning and scheduling with directly hired trades and subcontractors.
  • Preferred experience in solar project scheduling.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings and understand specifications and contracts.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction processes and logical work sequencing.
  • Experience preparing quantity take-offs and understanding productivity rates.
  • Advanced skills in Primavera P6 EPPM and knowledge of 3D/4D scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders.
  • Lead and guide scheduling team to ensure project goals and strategies are met.
  • Prepare quantity take-offs and integrate production analysis into schedules.
  • Communicate with site staff and subcontractors to assess construction progress and update schedules.
  • Present complex schedule updates to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Conduct site audits to confirm schedules and validate planning.
  • Support project teams in planning and scheduling across various phases.

Benefits

  • Employee ownership opportunities for long-term value.
  • Performance bonuses based on discretion.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company matching.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Access to telemedicine and prescription drug services.
  • Life and disability insurance benefits.
  • Paid parental leave and family care support options.
  • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Career development programs and mentorship opportunities.
  • World-class training and professional development courses.
Full Job Description
As a Solar Scheduler Lead for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas, you'll have the opportunity to own the timeline, coordinate the details, and lead project teams toward on-time, on-budget success.

Our offerings could include:
  • Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
  • Annual discretionary performance bonuses
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
  • Life, AD&D and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave and family care support
  • HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
  • Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
  • Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
  • Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
  • Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions


Here's how a Solar Scheduler Lead for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. within Solar USA contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

  • Develops and maintains strong customer focused relationships with all stakeholders.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to scheduling team members, ensuring alignment with project goals, milestones, and execution strategies.
  • Understands project controls and procedures.
  • Prepares quantity take-offs and incorporates the production analysis into the schedule. Reviews the project cost forecast to validate the forecast schedule. (schedule manager, involved in forecast meeting)
  • Communicates with site staff and subcontractors to determine the actual construction progress, develop project schedules, and provide regular schedule updates based on provided information.
  • Communicates and presents schedule updates and complex schedule information to internal and external project stakeholders.
  • Completes site walks to audit the short- and long-term plans. Follows up with project team to validate the schedule.
  • Supports the project team with the development and management of project planning and scheduling.
  • Contributes in the planning and scheduling process through various construction phases (preconstruction, construction, system completions, etc.).
  • Facilitates interactive planning and scheduling sessions with the project stakeholders.
  • Assists project management to create and monitor short term schedules and determine the impact on the master schedule.
  • Identifies and communicates schedule delays, impacts and variances to the PCL Baseline Schedule.
  • Creates, maintains, monitors, and communicate both the estimating and project schedules to the project team and district staff.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience.
  • 1-4 years of dedicated planning and scheduling with direct hire trades and subcontractors
  • Solar scheduling experience preferred
  • Position based in Edmonton office to start with transition to camp based project
  • In-depth knowledge of construction specifications, building materials, methods and procedures, and the ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents
  • Experience with field construction operations and how a project is constructed, including logical sequencing of work through all phases of the project from pursuit to project closeout
  • Ability to complete quantity take-offs and understand productivity rates with implementation in a project schedule.
  • Advanced understanding of planning and scheduling principles, best practices, and techniques
  • Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate and to present ideas and content that influence a favorable outcome.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment with multiple stakeholders including estimators, field supervision, subcontractors, project team and clients.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing work for themselves and others, under strict timelines and being flexible to changing needs
  • Advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable systems
  • Advanced working knowledge of Primavera P6 EPPM
  • Proficiency with 3D/4D scheduling tools would be an asset
  • Advanced knowledge of the Critical Path Scheduling method related to the construction industry with the ability to teach.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

Company: PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc.

Primary Location: Katy, Texas

Job Title: Solar Scheduler Lead

Requisition ID: 14336

About PCL Construction

PCL Construction is a leading construction company that provides a range of services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. The company has a diverse portfolio of projects across industries, including healthcare, education, commercial, and infrastructure. PCL Construction is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also committed to safety and has a strong safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and partners. PCL Construction has received numerous awards and recognition for its work, including being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years.
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