At PIC Group, Inc., our emphasis is on excellence. We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals. 

Title:                  Construction Scheduler
Position Type:   Contract
Location:           Johnstown, OH 
Reports to:        Project Manager
Status:              Non-Exempt 

Job Summary:  
PIC Group has an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Construction Scheduler to support active construction projects our client represents throughout the US.  The Construction Scheduler reports directly to the Project Manager and will be responsible for monitoring and documenting all construction progress, as well as identify, track and assist in resolution of construction issues/conflicts. The Construction Scheduler will manage and oversee all aspects of the schedule status to ensure compliance with construction contract specifications and other documents, regularly communicating any updates to the Project Manager or external clients as required.  The Construction Scheduler will create cost and resource loaded schedules, gather, validate and incorporate data into the project schedule, analyze schedule impacts and recommend corrective actions necessary to mitigate/avoid cost and schedule overruns.  The Construction Scheduler will prepare clear and concise scheduling/update analysis reports, including project indicators on a regular basis. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Support corporate initiatives by accumulating historical performance data to be used in realistic planning and forecasting of future projects.
•    Effectively interface and participate in difficult conversations with entire project team members that include the asset Owner, General Contractor, Account Executive, all Subcontractors and Suppliers
•    Build relationships with everyone on the project, both internal and external to the project.
•    Collect, input, validate and analyze progress in the master schedule using P6.
•    Assess that project objectives, both short and long term, are being met.
•    Manage details discussed by numerous project stakeholders and when needed, include any schedule modifications.
•    Prepare, maintain and manage all project reports pertaining to schedules and project plans on a regular basis.

Job Requirements:
•    Prior work experience in the construction industry, with a strong comprehension of how to properly manage a project schedule.
•    Proficiency with Oracle Primavera and Microsoft Project, well as MS Office, Adobe, Bluebeam, Synchro, Vico, and NetPoint.  
•    Proven capability with how to properly develop and build an effective project plan.  
•    Proficient in managing and understanding cost, manpower and equipment resource loaded schedules.
•    Demonstrated skills in gathering, maintaining, reporting and analyzing schedule data.
•    Unparalleled time management and communication skills.
•    Capable of frequent travel to a job site, working remotely, and multitasking as the project requires.  
•    Must understand and adhere to all safety protocol for active construction sites.
•    Proficient with understanding project risk management as well as the impact that change management can have on schedules.
•    Capable of following all Quality Control & ISO / Lean protocol for construction projects. 
•    Extreme proficiency with effectively communicating with all levels of personnel involved with the project.
•    Capable of learning about recent or new innovation & technology to improve project duration and completion.
•    Demonstrated capability with all cost control measures needed for project duration.
•    Effectively provide leadership to the project team at all times.

Physical Requirements:
•    Duties require walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time, climbing vertical and inclined ladders and stairs, and lifting and when needed carrying up to 50 lbs.
•    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
•    Must be able to use protective equipment correctly (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, ear protection, safety shoes, gloves, vests, etc.).

Education / Experience:
•    HS Diploma required.
•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management preferred, not required
•    3-5 years of Scheduling experience in heavy industrial construction or manufacturing (including power plants).
•    Prior Planning experience is a must
•    Primavera P6 experience required

PIC Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We offer competitive wages and benefits.  We seek out and employ talented individuals who meet the qualifications for each position. Due to the large number of responses we receive to our postings, only those applicants with the required experience and qualifications will be contacted.