Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Chief Scheduler to serve as a partner to the Mid-Atlantic region management team in planning, scheduling and time control functions for divisional operations. This role will sit primarily in the office with job sites as determined by project needs.

This position can be based out of the following offices: Washington, DC; Baltimore, MD; Philadelphia, PA

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Who are you? 

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.  

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

What’s in it for you?   

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. 

• Provide oversight relative to all aspects of planning & scheduling for all projects
• Provide input on project pursuits including fee proposals, RFP responses, presentation content, etc.
• Ensure adequate controls are in place so that proper schedule techniques and update procedures are followed on all projects within the division
• Report concerns to division management regarding proper project controls on any projects 
• Assume lead role for scheduling in the division's strategic planning process
• Set scheduling-related customer satisfaction goals
• Train others in the area of risk identification and mitigation
• Manage department workload and deliverables and balance with available backlogged recoveries and recovery targets
• Oversee and provide guidance to the scheduling department staff in all matters involving written and verbal communication
• Coordinate overall planning with the project team
• Conduct monthly project audits
• Monitor overall performance indicators
• Exhibit good understanding of safety protocols & initiatives
• Champion Quality Management efforts throughout the business unit
• Have a thorough understanding of Lean Construction Techniques

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• BS in Engineering, Architecture or related field
• 15-20 years of related experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office software, including Microsoft Project
• In-depth knowledge of construction means, methods, sequences, crew sizes, productivity rates, manpower analysis, risk management, cash flow, and CPM scheduling
• Excellent planning and problem solving skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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