Job Overview
Benefits
competitive pay
Rewarding bonus program
Comprehensive benefits package
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability programs
Employer-paid life insurance
Generous paid time off provisions
401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Fully Paid Parental Leave
Voluntary products including critical illness insurance and accident insurance
Corporate wellness program with wellness time off and rewards
Job Description
The Weitz Company is a distinguished full-service construction company with a long-standing history dating back to 1855. With its headquarters in Denver, CO, the company operates as a general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with multiple office locations across the United States. The organization is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values its employees as its most valuable asset. Its culture is geared toward inspiring, motivating, and promoting continuous improvement amongst its team, embodying its enduring motto of "Building a Better Way." The company prides itself on delivering high-quality construction projects tailored to meet client needs across various sectors, making it a leader in the construction industry. As a company that values excellence, innovation, and collaboration, The Weitz Company offers an enriching environment for career growth and development.
The role of Scheduling Manager II is a pivotal position at The Weitz Company, responsible for overseeing scheduling processes across numerous complex construction projects, including mega projects. This role is based in Denver, CO and typically reports to the Senior Scheduling Manager or Project Controls Director. The Scheduling Manager II leads the development and management of detailed project schedules, advanced schedule analysis, data verification, resource planning, and collaboration with project teams to address and resolve scheduling challenges. Key responsibilities include streamlining schedule management processes, ensuring compliance with established schedules and contractual requirements, and leading efforts to optimize project execution through Pull Planning sessions with trade partners. The ideal candidate brings at least eight years of scheduling experience, particularly with large and complex construction projects, along with forensic scheduling expertise. Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and related scheduling software is essential, and knowledge of LEAN construction principles and certification as a Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) is highly desirable. This role demands strong leadership skills to mentor scheduling personnel and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. The Scheduling Manager II also plays a strategic role by preparing high-level schedule reports for senior leadership, facilitating forensic scheduling efforts for delay analysis and claims, participating in business development activities, and promoting process improvements across the company. This full-time position offers competitive pay, a rewarding bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, retirement savings with company match, tuition reimbursement, and fully paid parental leave, among others. The Weitz Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and provides a respectful and drug-free workplace environment.
The role of Scheduling Manager II is a pivotal position at The Weitz Company, responsible for overseeing scheduling processes across numerous complex construction projects, including mega projects. This role is based in Denver, CO and typically reports to the Senior Scheduling Manager or Project Controls Director. The Scheduling Manager II leads the development and management of detailed project schedules, advanced schedule analysis, data verification, resource planning, and collaboration with project teams to address and resolve scheduling challenges. Key responsibilities include streamlining schedule management processes, ensuring compliance with established schedules and contractual requirements, and leading efforts to optimize project execution through Pull Planning sessions with trade partners. The ideal candidate brings at least eight years of scheduling experience, particularly with large and complex construction projects, along with forensic scheduling expertise. Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and related scheduling software is essential, and knowledge of LEAN construction principles and certification as a Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) is highly desirable. This role demands strong leadership skills to mentor scheduling personnel and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. The Scheduling Manager II also plays a strategic role by preparing high-level schedule reports for senior leadership, facilitating forensic scheduling efforts for delay analysis and claims, participating in business development activities, and promoting process improvements across the company. This full-time position offers competitive pay, a rewarding bonus program, and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, retirement savings with company match, tuition reimbursement, and fully paid parental leave, among others. The Weitz Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and provides a respectful and drug-free workplace environment.
Job Requirements
- Experience working for a GC
- Bachelor’s degree in project or construction management or equivalent education and experience
- Eight years of scheduling experience focusing on large and complex projects
- Forensic scheduling expertise
- Knowledge of LEAN construction principles
- Certified Planning and Scheduling Professional designation preferred
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of MS Project and Power Project
- Working knowledge of Power BI and Power Query
- Proficient in Microsoft Word PowerPoint and Outlook
Job Qualifications
- Experience working for a GC
- Bachelor’s degree in project or construction management or equivalent education and experience
- Eight years of scheduling experience focusing on large and complex projects
- Forensic scheduling expertise
- Knowledge of LEAN construction principles
- Certified Planning and Scheduling Professional designation preferred
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Ability to prioritize workload multitask manage time and adapt as needed
- Firm but fair approach in business dealings
- Excellent work ethic drive and motivation
- Ability to learn technical knowledge quickly
- Pursuit of continuous learning and self-development
- Skilled in effective and efficient problem solving
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel
- Working knowledge of MS Project and Power Project
- Working knowledge of Power BI and Power Query
- Proficient in Microsoft Word PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to learn job-specific software upon hire
Job Duties
- Oversee scheduling processes and personnel across multiple projects ensuring consistency and compliance with company standards
- Manage and oversee the development of complex resource-loaded baseline schedules for large projects ensuring compliance with contractual and project goals
- Perform periodic schedule updates for mega sized projects evaluating past performance and analyzing variances against the baseline in collaboration with project teams
- Provide mentorship and leadership to schedulers fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance
- Conduct high-level reviews of project schedules to ensure accuracy reliability and alignment with contractual requirements and organizational goals
- Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling support on complex projects providing expertise and guidance to project teams
- Facilitate and lead Pull Planning sessions with trade partners to optimize project execution
- Implement scheduling policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and accuracy across projects and provide recommendations for policy enhancements to further improve operational effectiveness
- Collaborate with project leaders to identify and resolve schedule risks ensuring timely project completion
- Lead forensic scheduling efforts including delay analysis dispute resolution support and claims analysis and contractual compliance review for assigned projects
- Collaborate with project teams to proactively assess schedule risks and mitigation strategies
- Test and review advanced scheduling tools methodologies and practices to enhance reporting and decision-making
- Oversee and manage schedule-related training programs for schedulers and project teams
- Prepare high-level schedule reports for senior leadership highlighting risks progress and mitigation strategies
- Utilize Earned Value Management protocols and oversee resource planning and allocation to support project schedules efficiently
- Represent the company in industry forums and discussions ensuring alignment with best practices
- Support pursuit opportunities by developing proposal schedules and contributing to business development strategies
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives streamlining workflows and enhancing scheduling processes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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