Planning and Scheduling Manager II

Perform non-routine planning and scheduling assignments that require the selection and application of complex scheduling principles and techniques on highly complex or multiple projects. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating team members and processes to implement planning and scheduling strategy on our projects.

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles - Do the Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What's Possible - in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance. We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson's values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

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Provide oversight of planning and scheduling activities on multiple projects or large, complex projects

• 1. Plan, coordinate, supervise, and direct planning and scheduling activities
  2. Ensure that corporate planning and schedule standards are implemented and that all project related activities comply

Generate and recommend mitigation options to correct scheduling problems on a project and assist site management in implementing mitigation measures

Coach, mentor, and train other team members in scheduling methods

Collaborate with Business Development on proposals, including leading successful project pursuit strategy with regard to project schedule and risk identification and mitigation strategy development

Support roll-out of all company-wide training plans

Coordinate and lead corporate planning and scheduling improvement initiatives and best practice sharing

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

1. Advanced knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices and company software
2. Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices, project sequencing and installation methods
3. Shown ability to exercise creativity and mature judgment in independently anticipating, identifying and solving unprecedented problems on complex projects
4. Strong plan and specification reading, review and interpretation skills with ability to identify concerns in a document review
5. Knowledge of project management, buyout and contracts
6. Working knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies
7. Strong organization and delegation skills as well as the ability to manage the work of others
8. Ability to deliver exceptional customer experience resulting in superior service rankings from both our external and internal customers
9. Basic understanding of project estimates to assist with schedule development, cost loading and resource loading of schedules
10. Ability to interpret and implement customer scheduling specifications and contract requirements
11. Ability to quickly understand complex projects at the proposal stage, often without project plans, developing strong project schedule strategies based on anticipated project challenges
12. Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-based environment
13. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions
14. Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in an accurate, complete and timely fashion
15. Excellent oral and written communication skills
16. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
17. Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use
18. Excellent leadership and rapport building skills with direct reports, other team members, and customers
19. Ability to travel may be required based on operating group

1. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent field
2. Minimum of ten (10) years construction experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience
3. Previous experience implementing basic claims avoidance and resolution techniques
4. Experience as a project manager or superintendent is desirable

This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, walking, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, hearing, visual acuity, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. This person must be physically capable of reviewing a jobsite multiple times daily. The working environments consist of exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and outdoor weather; as well as indoor and climate-controlled settings.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.