Lead Scheduler

As a Lead Scheduler at our company, your principal responsibilities include developing conceptual, bidding, and final project schedules, managing timelines, and ensuring compliance with company procedures. This entails attending job site meetings, collaborating with stakeholders, and employing tools like Primavera P6 to keep projects on track. You will also prepare Time Impact Analyses and participate in discussions regarding project delays, making you a critical part of our construction management team.

To qualify for the Lead Scheduler position in Atlanta, candidates should ideally have a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Science, Management, Engineering, or a related field. In addition, 15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction scheduling, particularly with large projects, is essential. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and advanced knowledge of scheduling software like Primavera P6 will also set candidates apart.

The Lead Scheduler plays a pivotal role in project success by developing detailed schedules, ensuring that timelines are adhered to, and proactively addressing potential delays. By collaborating with stakeholders, managing resources, and maintaining baseline schedule submissions, you help maintain alignment with project goals and deliverables. Your efforts in preparing monthly status reports and performing risk analyses allow the entire project team to stay informed and agile.

A Lead Scheduler primarily utilizes Primavera P6 for managing project schedules. This software allows for advanced scheduling, resource management, and cost tracking. Knowledge of other tools and software may also be beneficial, but proficiency in Primavera P6 is a key requirement for success in this role. Understanding how to generate and maintain accurate schedules using such tools will enhance project execution and coordination.

As a Lead Scheduler with our company, you can anticipate a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, and a robust 401(k)/RRSP plan. Additionally, you'll have access to wellness benefits and a tuition reimbursement program, making it an appealing opportunity for your career advancement and personal well-being.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects you've worked on, detailing your role in developing and managing project schedules. Highlight any software tools you used, such as Primavera P6, and discuss how you collaborated with teams to address scheduling challenges and ensure timely project completion.

For this question, describe your approach to identifying potential conflicts early in the project lifecycle. Discuss techniques for mitigating these issues, such as creating buffer times, communicating effectively with teams, and suggesting alternative methods to maintain project momentum.

Discuss processes you follow to regularly update schedules and gather input from various stakeholders. Emphasize the importance of data accuracy, maintenance of detailed records, and methods for conducting Time Impact Analyses to ensure that all scheduling risk factors are managed effectively.

Provide a specific example where your intervention enhanced a project's scheduling efficiency. Describe the actions you took, the strategies implemented, and the positive outcome that resulted from your contributions, including how you communicated changes to the team.

Share your strategies for prioritizing tasks based on deadlines, project scope, and resource availability. Mention how you set clear objectives, maintain communication with project leads, and use scheduling tools to stay organized.

Talk about the importance of integrating owner activities and compiling project data during close-out. Highlight your role in ensuring documentation is complete, schedules are finalized, and any claims or potential issues are addressed at this stage.

Discuss the methods you use for communication, whether it be through regular meetings, scheduled reports, or visual presentations. Emphasize clarity, consistency, and the use of engaging tools or visuals to keep all relevant parties informed.

Explain your familiarity with conducting Time Impact Analyses and its significance in identifying schedule risks. Detail the steps you take to assess impacts when delays occur and how this contributes to maintaining project integrity.

Describe your flexibility and problem-solving skills when faced with changes. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully modified schedules to accommodate new requirements without compromising project timelines.

Share specific challenges encountered during past projects, such as resource constraints or weather-related delays. Discuss the strategies employed to overcome these hurdles, showing resilience and a proactive mindset.