Assistant Scheduler

What You Will DoSchedule Development and Maintenance

• Regularly visit projects to update job schedules using scheduling software (Primavera P6)
• Generate master construction schedules with input from operational and pre-construction teams, adapting to project-specific needs including standard, cost-loaded, or resource-loaded schedules
• Develop proposal or schematic schedules with minimal input from schematic/design documents for pre-construction or operations phases

Collaboration and Communication

• Lead scheduling meetings to ensure master schedule updates, involving subcontractors, suppliers, internal team members, and clients, aiming for weekly updates
• Engage and support the Scheduler/Senior Scheduler in organizing and facilitating pull planning sessions and other schedule-related meetings
• Provide robust support in schedule management, including updates, communication, and development of recovery/delay schedules as necessary

Documentation and Reporting

• Provide documentation of schedule adjustments, delays, or accelerations as communicated by on-site personnel
• Generate detailed schedule reports highlighting trade-specific or phase-specific activities as requested
• Assist in the preparation of schedule documentation and historical records within the designated file management system
• Produce detailed reports and schedules by trade, phase, or other criteria as requested by the project team

Process Improvement

• Enhance scheduling processes for RO, providing training and clear communication of these processes to employees
• Demonstrate a passion for learning about scheduling principles to identify, document, and communicate potential delays, acceleration options, recovery strategies, and critical task impacts

General Responsibilities

• Execute a range of complex and confidential tasks autonomously, applying initiative and independent judgment within the framework of Rogers-O'Brien guidelines
• Consistently meet the standards set forth in the competency checklist, showcasing proper execution of required skills
• Comply with all Rogers-O'Brien policies, procedures, safety protocols, and regulations set by governing bodies

What You BringEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related field with scheduling coursework

Technical Skills

• Advanced beginner proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Phoenix Scheduling software
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Outlook

Attributes

• Passion for learning scheduling principles and construction workflows
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with diverse groups
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Constant adequate range of motion and mobility
• Regular sitting or standing, bending, or stooping
• Ability to carry equipment and packaged materials weighing up to 20 pounds
• Frequent talking and ability to express and exchange ideas
• Regular hearing and ability to perceive the nature of sounds
• Regular near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
• Constant ability to read, record, or type data quickly and accurately
• Ability to collect and analyze numerical and written data to reach logical conclusions

Work Environment

• Full-time position with regular and punctual attendance required
• Regular travel between project sites and regions
• Ability to work under and handle stress in an appropriate manner
• May be exposed to high, medium, or low noise intensity
• Constant contact with co-workers

RO Perks

• Competitive Salary & Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity leave
• Structured career path and continuing education support
• RO Refresh - Additional paid time off between Christmas and New Year.

Commitment to Diversity at RO At Rogers-O’Brien, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that all employees should have the opportunity to contribute to the success of the business and be recognized for their unique skills, experiences, and perspectives.

Notice to Search Firms and Recruiters: Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) does not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or applications from recruiters or employment agencies. RO is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a position-specific requisition and a currently executed Recruitment Services Agreement. This includes unsolicited resumes submitted directly to any RO employee or hiring manager.

 

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