Planning and Scheduling Manager

About the Role

• Lead and coordinate site teams and trade partners in developing project schedules using CPM software on large, complex projects • Support group leadership by monitoring and updating schedules on multiple or larger projects • Generate mitigation options and assist site management in forming plans to correct scheduling problems • Coach, mentor, and train team members in scheduling methods • Collaborate with Business Development on proposals and lead project pursuit strategy regarding schedule • Participate in corporate planning and scheduling improvement initiatives and best‑practice sharing • Effectively build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cpm scheduling
• ▸schedule monitoring
• ▸mitigation planning
• ▸team training
• ▸proposal support
• ▸stakeholder relations

What You Bring

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Planning and Scheduling Manager for its Power Delivery Group. The role requires interacting with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. The manager will handle non‑routine planning and scheduling assignments on highly complex projects and lead a team to implement scheduling strategy. The posting notes that sponsorship is not offered and candidates must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship. Mortenson reserves the right to hire individuals without legal or financial obligation on unsolicited agency solicitations. Job postings are typically open a minimum of five days and an average of 44 days. • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field • Minimum eight years of construction experience or equivalent combination of training and experience • Advanced knowledge of scheduling concepts, principles, practices, and Mortenson software • Thorough knowledge of standard construction practices, project sequencing, and installation methods • Demonstrated creativity and judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented problems on complex projects • Strong plan and specification reading, review, and interpretation skills to identify concerns • Knowledge of project management, buyout, and contracts • Working knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies • Strong organization and delegation skills with ability to manage others’ work • Ability to deliver exceptional customer experience and achieve superior service rankings • Basic understanding of project estimates to aid schedule development, cost loading, and resource loading • Ability to interpret and implement customer scheduling specifications and contract requirements • Quickly understand complex projects at proposal stage and develop robust schedule strategies • Work effectively in a cross‑functional, collaborative, team‑based environment • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with initiative to seek innovative solutions • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback • Knowledge of EEO, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans • Excellent leadership and rapport‑building skills with direct reports, team members, and customers • Ability to travel as required based on operating group

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸8+ years
• ▸mortenson
• ▸4d planning
• ▸project management
• ▸problem solving

Benefits

The base pay range for this position is $116,900 – $175,400, with higher ranges for specific locations such as Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Portland, and Washington, D.C. Base salary is positioned within the range based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The role is also eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. • Support roll‑out of company‑wide training plans • Medical and prescription drug plans with no‑cost vision coverage • Dental plan • 401(k) retirement plan with generous Mortenson match • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance • No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources • Tuition reimbursement • Adoption assistance • Gym membership discount program

Work Environment

Onsite