Scheduler

Edmonton

Permanent / Full Time

As below

Scheduler

Responsibilities:

Support the of planning and scheduling on the project to ensure project teams optimization
Schedule all reactive and planned works to appropriate resources, focusing on meeting all work plans within specified timelines
Coordinate and update schedules with actual progress and forecast remaining durations, project milestones, and completion dates
Prepare and issue schedule analysis narratives and reports including recommendations for corrective actions to be used by project teams to manage the work
Apply practical field experience with planning and scheduling knowledge to identify challenges to the project schedule and suggest mitigation plans and prepare recovery schedules
Accurately record all job-related information on the appropriate IT systems
Review subcontract schedule status and provide Management with input on subcontract performance
Prepare schedule risk analysis to forecast contingencies
Promptly resolve issues with specific projects, jobs, clients or
Ensure full Sentinel competencies and audit trails are maintained and evidenced where
Follow project safety policies and
Report any apparent deficiencies in systems of work or equipment that may result in failure of service delivery, or risk to health and safety, or the environment.
Carry out what-if schedule analysis for different options or to assess impacts of certain events
Carry out delay analysis for claims, review and recommend on extension of time claims or requests

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Technology or a combination of equivalent skills and field
Excellent written, verbal, communication and organizational skills, French an asset
10+ years of relevant experience in similar positions in planning
Advanced Primavera 6, MS Project and Excel skills
Experience with heavy civil, design build or P3 construction projects, an asset;
Understand transit systems
Apply the principles of project controls to planning/scheduling work processes
Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Experience with complex projects or programs as a project resource and/or
Ability to take a leading role in project scheduling for a complex project or
Ability to identify problems within existing project controls’ systems and highlight/ implement

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Recruiter Mike Houston

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Mike brings a wealth of experience to his role of senior level recruitment within the Building Materials and Construction industry. Mike has over 13 years of focus on hiring Mid-Level to Executive Suite positions throughout North America. Whether it has been hiring a new General Manager for a client in Western Canada, an Operations Manager for a Distributor in Los Angeles, or a Lumber Trader based in Northern Alberta, Mike’s versatility and understanding of what is necessary for success in this business sector is crucial.

Providing Executive Search and Recruitment services to customers across Canada and the United States, Mike’s experience includes manufacturers and distributors of building materials, residential/commercial construction and build/design companies and contractors.
Corporations are acutely aware of the challenges involved in hiring well aligned professionals in these tough market segments. Mike has a success rate of over 85% in placement, and as importantly, retention of candidates, providing extremely high value to his group of trusted clients.

In addition to recruitment, Mike’s prior life involved managing high performance teams within Fortune 500 Corporations (Pfizer, Monsanto, Cardinal Health, and Dupont). He has learned what specific characteristics mandate success within companies. His roles have always involved recognizing, interviewing, and screening top performers to bring onboard his organizations. Mike has built a solid network of contacts throughout Western Canada and North America commanding a thorough knowledge of this marketplace and forging strong business friendships along the way.

Mike formally holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Manitoba. Away from work, Mike and his wife Kim are active members of the community, taking advantage of the ski hills, hiking trails, golf courses, and wineries of the area! (To any who will listen, Mike will also share his tales of exploit from numerous adventure-motorcycle tours across North America.) His three children are currently pursuing their university educations at UBCO, University of Alberta, and MacEwan University, keeping life busy and Mike gainfully employed.

Referral reward: $500

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