Junior Scheduler - National GC - Chicago

Join a leading organization as a P6 Scheduler, contributing to crucial construction projects within the healthcare, data center and higher education space. This role requires proficiency in scheduling and project planning to ensure successful project delivery.This is one of the largest most reputable General Contractor's in the country, and they are looking for a junior scheduler who wants to grow into a more senior role in the future. Client Details Join a leading organization as a P6 Scheduler, contributing to crucial construction projects within the healthcare, data center and higher education space. This role requires proficiency in scheduling and project planning to ensure successful project delivery.This is one of the largest most reputable General Contractor's in the country, and they are looking for a junior scheduler who wants to grow into a more senior role in the future. The ideal candidate for this role is a 2-4 year PE/Field Engineer who has some exposure to scheduling, and wants to pivot down the scheduling path. Description Our client is a well-established general contractor that focuses on large-scale data center, healthcare, higher education and commercial projects. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Reporting into Scheduling Manager, you will develop, and maintain schedules within P6 for construction projects. This person will help to plan, organize, lead, and control projects efficiently and effectively ensuring projects run according to schedule and are meeting financial objectives.* Assist Project Managers and the project team in effectively and proactively managing projects to ensure project success. * Develops the Work Breakdown Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the contract. * Develop, maintain, and execute project performance baselines. * Prepare & disseminate aggregated weekly & monthly reports on cost performance, trends, forecasts and cost savings. * Develop and maintain project schedules. * Assists in development of recommended recovery measures for projects behind schedule and/or over budget. * Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans * Reviews schedules developed by others and advise project managers as to whether those schedules are logical, complete, and satisfy contract requirements. * Provide support for data analysis, data validation & data mining efforts required to refine benchmarks. * Coordinates the review of Project Risk with management and provides status reporting. * Support the Project Manager and project team in organizational and administrative activities. Profile Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of project engineer, field engineer or scheduling experience on construction projects * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. * Strong technology skills to include Microsoft Projects and Primavera. - P6 experience is required * Innovative, motivated, organized, high-energy team player with demonstrated professional & interpersonal skills interfacing with all levels of the organization, clients & vendors. * Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and quickly pivot in response to evolving priorities. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $130,000 per year. Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Opportunities for professional growth and development within the business services industry. Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Challenging and rewarding projects in the construction sector. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. Requirements Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of project engineer, field engineer or scheduling experience on construction projects * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. * Strong technology skills to include Microsoft Projects and Primavera. - P6 experience is required * Innovative, motivated, organized, high-energy team player with demonstrated professional & interpersonal skills interfacing with all levels of the organization, clients & vendors. * Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and quickly pivot in response to evolving priorities.