Director of Scheduling

Description

The Director of Scheduling provides strategic leadership and oversight of all project scheduling activities across the organization (Houston, North and Central Texas). This role ensures that project schedules are accurate, consistent, and aligned with company objectives from preconstruction through project closeout. The Director leads a team of schedulers and collaborates closely with operations, preconstruction, and executive leadership to drive efficiency, predictability, and continuous improvement in project delivery.

• sRepresent the scheduling function in leadership meetings, client presentations, and external forums as a subject-matter exper
• sReview and approve project schedules and updates, providing executive feedback and recommendations to project team
• sOversee the creation, updating, and analysis of master project schedules to ensure alignment with project goals, cost controls, and resource plan
• sAnalyze project performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement across multiple projects and region
• tMaintain a centralized historical database of project schedules for benchmarking and lessons learne
• ll)Raises substantial objects from a lower to a higher position or moves objects horizontally from position to position (Li
• redMay be called after hours and on weekends to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobs
• nd)Presses against something with substantial and steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward (Pu
• hPartner with senior leadership and operations to develop and implement enterprise-wide scheduling strategies, procedures, and best practice
• dReport key scheduling metrics and performance indicators to executive leadership and stakeholder
• sFacilitate and oversee pull planning, schedule risk analysis, and recovery planning sessions for high-priority project
• wl)Extends out and retrieves objects outside immediate range (Rea
• ft)Maneuvers small objects precisely by whatever means (Pinch or Pi
• sLead, mentor, and develop a team of Scheduling Managers and Schedulers, promoting technical excellence and professional growt
• sProvide executive-level oversight of all scheduling efforts across the company’s portfolio, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to company standard
• sDrive the integration of technology and innovation in scheduling tools and methodologie

Requirements

ntsMust be physically fit enough to function safely on a project site and office setting. This includes the followi

• ce)Lowers the body to floor level and move with agility (Stoop or Cra
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels — from field teams to executive stakeholders
• ng:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer with repetitive moveme
• sh)Exerts a considerable force to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion (Pu
• sh.Perceives the nature of sound with no less than a 40db loss @ 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz with or without correct (He
• ch)Supports oneself and stays in an upright position (Sta
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• el)Expresses or exchanges ideas through spoken word (Speak), preferably Engli
• ip)Detects attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, texture, tension, or force by tactile means (Fe
• Deep understanding of construction sequencing, cost and resource integration, and risk mitigation strategies
• Knowledge and application of LEAN Construction principles and Last Planner System preferred
• sEnsure all preconstruction efforts include accurate milestone and pursuit schedules, supporting business development and client engagemen
• rtsMust have good depth perception, field of vision, near acu
• iteMay require tra
• ityFrequently exposed to weather (occasionally extreme cold, extreme heat, wet, and/or humid, exposure to dust and fumes, and working in highly exposed plac
• ntsCurrent driver’s license, requir
• ck)Seizes an object by applying considerable force (Gr
• ed.Work on-site at a main office or project location, requi
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in construction scheduling, including extensive work on large-scale vertical construction projects exceeding $150 million in value
• mb)Maintains body equilibrium to prevent falling from precarious situations (Balan
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, with a strong understanding of baseline creation, resource loading, earned value management, and forensic schedule analysis
• ntsAscends or descends ladders, scaffolding, and steep slopes with agility (Cli
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other scheduling and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project)
• ar)Is subject to substantial repetitive motions of the body and or its pa
• Demonstrated experience in both field operations and project engineering
• Proven leadership experience managing a team of schedulers or planning professionals across multiple concurrent projects

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance