Project Scheduler

Project Planner

Generally responsible for planning and scheduling projects throughout the entire project's lifecycle. Capable of managing multiple projects at once. Work will be performed under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Developing schedules and analyzing activities.
• Identify coordination issues where safety and schedule can potentially be in conflict.
• Developing, monitoring, and updating schedules by obtaining updates through meetings, construction coordination interviews and field verification.
• Complete understanding of Earned Value and Project Productivity.
• Monitoring and maintaining the change notice/change order management systems. Assisting in facilitating weekly change notice hearings and change committee meetings.
• Developing, monitoring, and updating schedules. Establishing a progressive system for projects.
• Assisting clients and teammates in developing construction and contract strategies for constructability of projects.
• Assisting in quantity analysis for the duration of activities and for estimating purposes.
• Collaborate and communicate with a variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special projects may be assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• BS/BA in Business, Engineering, and/or related field experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• 5+ years of Primavera P6 and MS Projects scheduling experience.
• Experience with large projects, e.g. petrochemical and/or LNG.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the function of all engineering disciplines.
• Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences.
• Ability to set priorities and juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively discuss and correspond with engineering disciplines and/or contractors to ascertain and understand pertinent information concerning schedules, scopes of work, estimates and/or project costs.
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of efforts.
• Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all project controls deliverables.
• Experienced in scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of project controls work. Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Proficient in the use of Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project scheduling software.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work with superiors, peers and subordinates including supervision of independent land contractors.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, and follow company policies.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines and prioritize work.
• Ability to work as a key member of an integrated project team and to transparently manage all aspects of property related concerns to minimize impacts to a project's budget, schedule and the overall operability of assets.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Travel is required.
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Candidates will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report for certain positions after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:

No

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, & Abilities:

Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Job Info

• Job Identification 4179
• Job Category Scheduling & Representatives
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Nine Greenway Plaza, Houston, TX, 77046, US (On-site)