Planning and Scheduling Coordinator

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You as a Planning and Scheduling Coordinator will:

• Assist in development of a full Critical Path Method (CPM) logic generated baseline schedules for projects.
• Attend the planning and scheduling preparation process sessions during pursuits and assist in responding to RFP documents for projects.
• Participate in evaluating the construction progress and performing regular progress updates (bi-weekly or monthly) and assist in preparing the reports for evaluation of the schedule health
• Prepare and maintain the project schedule log on a regular basis.
• Participate in developing and maintaining a database of construction productivity rates, procurement durations, lead times and project risk items
• Assist in identifying unplanned events (new changes/ unforeseen conditions) and incorporate their impacts into the schedule
• Assist in developing as-built versus as-planned schedules to provide a manageable “snapshot” comparison of the project schedule

Is this the right role for you?

• 12 months - 2 years of construction scheduling experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience
• Familiar with different types of project delivery methods such as Lump Sum, Design Build, Construction Management and Unit Price.
• Understand the installation of major construction elements such as Building Structure (Concrete and Steel), Building Enclosure, Fit out, MEiT, Commissioning and project close-out.
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling related software such as: Oracle-Primavera P6, MS Project, and other scheduling related software.
• Understand the submittal process and assist in identifying major/key elements to be tracked and prioritized based on site installation timing requirements.
• Understand the concepts of Integrated Phased Planning (IPP)
• Familiar with the Lean Construction and Last Planner concepts.
• Familiar with methodology of construction sequencing, and other scheduling philosophies.
• Familiar with the quantity take-offs, and ability to apply productivity factors to determine activity durations
• Ability to actively communicate with site team/stakeholders on data needed to fulfill the schedule update requirements on a regular basis during the life cycle of the project
• Training through AACE or PMI scheduling modules, designation as PSP or PMI-SP are both considered assets
• The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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