Senior Construction Scheduler; Utilities

Position: Senior Construction Scheduler (Utilities)
Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Construction Scheduler to join our talented team at our office located in Somerset, New Jersey.

Additional Responsibilities

* Develops, monitors, and updates project plans & schedules encompassing the entire engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) life cycle.

* Analyzes schedule input from project partners, including clients, internal teams, vendors, and contractors, to verify schedule durations and integrity as well as evaluate the logic and float paths.

* Integrates data into an overall master schedule and ensures the credibility of the information in the master schedule.

* Makes recommendations to manage float and (re) sequence activities to achieve project milestones/target dates.

* Collaborates with the team to support constructability and value engineering.

* Baseline schedules and document the basis for approval.

* Monitors schedule progress, deviations, and variances and assesses impacts on the critical/near-critical path activities.

* Assists in developing alternatives for corrective action.

* Performs job site walks to verify the physical progress of scheduled activities and analyze change orders for schedule impacts.

* Continually progress & review schedules with the project team to ensure accurate and timely data is incorporated and forecasted.

* Ability to generate earned value, SPI, CPI, and other schedule metrics.

* Prepares schedule progress reports, trending charts, and schedule analysis.

* Maintains record of scope changes, trends, and variances that potentially affect schedule performance.

* Collaborates with all groups to improve company processes, systems, and intellectual infrastructure to promote organizational learning and continuous improvement.

The salary offered for this role is between $120,000 and $150,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on skills, experience, and education

Qualifications & Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field, construction management, or applicable experience.

* 7+ years of experience as a planner/scheduler on facilities capital projects.

* Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) processes.

* Understanding of engineering and construction methodologies and technical documentation.

* Demonstrated expertise in the use of modern planning and scheduling principles, methodologies, techniques, and tools, including CPM, Last Planner, 4D, etc.

* Strong analytical and computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Primavera P6 Planner, Microsoft Project & Office Suite programs.

Preferred Qualifications

* Knowledge of vPlan, BIM 360, and other visual & collaborative planning tools.

* PMI or AACEI certification.

* Experience in the pharma/biotech industry.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

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Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

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