What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primavera P6 Construction Scheduler position at KGO?
Primavera P6 Construction Scheduler
KGO is an independent project management firm that has been a leader in the commercial real estate management field for over a decade. We are a young, dynamic, and growing firm looking for new team members who love what they do and want to grow with us. Our services include Project/Construction Management, Change Management & Strategy, Relocation Management, and Development Support Services. Come join us!
Background
KGO has been engaged to provide comprehensive project management to build data centers in Latin America. Senior project management will be performed primarily from the U.S. but will require (approximately 50%) travel to the project location. The candidate will have experience in managing data centers or other mission-critical facilities. Must be fluent in Spanish and English, ideally have experience working in Latin America, and have proven ability to quickly understand local culture as it impacts project management. Ideally, this candidate is in the southwestern United States with easy access to a major airport, but this is not required.
Adherence to the project schedule is critical. As the projects require significant amounts of critical equipment (mechanical and electrical components for example) which will be imported into the country where the project is located. The ability to understand, track, and expertly manage supply chain issues will be imperative.
Functional Requirements
- Develop project/construction baseline CPM schedules in accordance with developed guidelines for approval by project teams.
- Develop standards/guidelines for pre-award project schedules in conjunction with Project Management
- Perform CPM schedule development, schedule analysis, and prepare schedule presentations using Primavera P6.
- Develop, monitor, and update post-award schedules.
- Develop, monitor, and update resource / cost-loaded schedules.
- Evaluate, perform resource/cost analysis, perform critical path analysis, and prepare reports.
- Provide support, scheduling assistance, and education to project team members.
- Develop schedule templates for future use.
- Generate reports and update project schedules to include any scope changes on a weekly or as-needed basis.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with all project team members.
- Review and verify all project-related scheduling information with project teams.
- Submit and present schedules and progress reports at project meetings.
- Develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with established standards.
Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Educational Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience developing resource-loaded CPM project schedules in P6 (Primavera).
- Advanced skills in Primavera P6.
- Proven experience running reports in Primavera.
- Exceptional communication skills with diverse groups of stakeholders.
- Must be flexible and able to work independently without significant supervision.
Other
- Proven ability to manage effectively in very fast-paced environments, where meeting deadlines is paramount.
- Ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations.
- Creative problem solver