Senior Planning and Scheduling Specialist- Process and Support

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Planning & Scheduling Specialist to join our headquarter team who will be responsible for evaluating and supporting implementation of new planning technologies, supporting training programs, and maintaining current scheduling tools in collaboration with internal teams. This role leads the development of visual analytics and automation processes while ensuring effective data management and integration. Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, analytical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

This is an ideal role for a planning and scheduling expert who wants to pivot their hands-on experience into a support role where they can focus on process, technology and analytics to influence planning and scheduling efficiencies across the company.

Location: Minnesota- Golden Valley Headquarters preferred OR any regional office

Travel: Up to 20% of the time

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate new tools and technology and support company-wide implementation as necessary

  • Develop and propose plans for piloting and testing new tools, document testing procedures and propose steps forward in partnership with Operating Group planners and schedulers.

• Support the implementation and advancement of Mortenson's Planning and Scheduling training program

• Support the maintenance and upgrades of current Planning and Scheduling technology

  • Test tools and support version upgrades in collaboration with ITS

• Coordinate the Planning and Scheduling visual analytics development efforts working closely with internal partners, providing support for:

  • Visual analytics development

  • Data set capture, transfer and normalization

  • Establishing automation across the process

• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent field preferred

• Minimum 5 years of related experience

• Commercial construction industry experience preferred

• Experience working with Power BI or Asta Powerproject is preferred

• Thorough knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices and company software

• Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices and project sequencing

• Proven ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in anticipating and solving complex problems

• Basic knowledge of project management, buyout and contracts.

• Working knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies

• Innovator - passionate about new technologies, processes and methodologies

• Basic knowledge of cost and resource loaded schedules

• Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team based environment

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions

• Results oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete and timely fashion

• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

• Ability to travel up to 20%

Let's Redefine Possible

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.