Scheduler

PCL Construction

The Role

Overview

Manages construction schedules, updates progress, and coordinates with site teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • progress reporting
  • schedule updates
  • quantity takeoffs
  • 4d scheduling
  • cost integration
  • stakeholder management

Tasks

-Supports the interactive planning and scheduling sessions. -Provides progress reporting to project team to ensure subcontractors/crew performance in accordance with milestone dates of PCL Baseline Schedule. -Completes site walks to verify short term lookaheads. Follows up with project team to validate the schedule. -Assists project management to create and monitor short term schedules and determine the impact on the master schedule. -Communicates with site staff and subcontractors to determine the actual construction progress and provide regular schedule updates based on provided information. -Incorporates resource and or load costing data into schedules as required and align the schedule to other project management tools. -Contributes in the planning and scheduling process through various construction phases (preconstruction, construction, system completions, etc.). -Prepares quantity take-offs and incorporates the production analysis into the schedule. -Updates the schedule logic. -Develops and maintains strong customer focused relationships with all stakeholders. -Implements subcontractor schedules into the master project schedule and track progress. -Creates 2D visual and 4D graphic schedules. 4D schedules are created for larger jobs. -Continuously expands and updates professional knowledge of all scheduling software to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

  • critical path
  • primavera
  • microsoft office
  • engineering degree
  • 3+ years
  • communication

What You Bring

-Advanced knowledge of the Critical Path Scheduling method related to the construction industry. -Understands project document controls and procedures. -Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills. -Ability to work independently or in a team environment with multiple stakeholders including estimators, field supervision, subcontractors, project team and clients. -Advanced skills using Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable systems -Demonstrated critical thinking skills. -Basic working knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera P6 EPPM -Basic Understanding of field construction operations and how a project is constructed, including logical sequencing of work through all phases of the project from pursuit to project closeout. -Ability to apply basic engineering and planning principles to construction challenges. -General understanding of planning and scheduling principles, best practices, and techniques -Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing work under strict timelines and being flexible to changing needs -Minimum 3 years of industry experience -Ability to complete quantity take-offs and understand productivity rates -Basic knowledge of construction specifications, building materials, methods and procedures, and the ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents. -An Engineering Technology diploma or Engineering bachelor’s degree preferred but not mandatory.

The Company

About PCL Construction

-A prominent group of independent construction companies operating across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Australia. -Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, and operates as a 100% employee-owned company, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. -Renowned for a comprehensive range of services, including general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. -Serves various sectors such as civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets, handling projects of all scales and complexities. -Skilled in managing projects related to transportation, water infrastructure, institutional, educational, residential, commercial, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, and sports facilities. -At the forefront of leveraging advanced digital construction technologies and sustainable practices to deliver innovative solutions that exceed client expectations.

Sector Specialisms

Buildings

Civil

Industrial