Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Washington, DC

A Planning and Scheduling professional in the construction industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of construction projects by creating, monitoring and updating project schedules. They coordinate and integrate work across multiple teams, identify potential bottlenecks and develop solutions to keep the project on track. This role brings together all elements of a project, from initial planning to execution, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively, and project goals are met within stipulated timeframes. Their responsibilities also involve risk management, cost analysis, and communication with stakeholders.

A suitable candidate for this role should have excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills along with a deep understanding of construction processes. They should be proficient in using project management software and should have strong written and verbal communication skills. It's highly beneficial to have certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Primavera P6 certification. Prior roles that would provide valuable experience for a Planning and Scheduling position can include a Construction Project Coordinator, Construction Site Manager, or a Project Engineer.

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Master Scheduler

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

Understanding of policies, methods, and procedures that includes advanced Planning and Scheduling techniques....

Maintenance Planner & Scheduler

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Plan and schedule all submitted work orders to ensure scheduled work is properly prepared for....

Lead Project Coordinator

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals....

Senior Project Coordinator

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals....

Urban Planner II

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago

City of Alexandria, Virginia Urban Planner II (Park Planning) Park Planning and Capital Development The City of Alexandria is in Northern Virginia bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac...

Project Scheduler/Planner (Primavera P6)

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 days ago

Experience using scheduling management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project....

HVAC Project Coordinator III

  • Bowie, MD (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 10 days ago

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is seeking a Project Coordinator III in our Washington DC area office (Bowie, MD)! The Project Coordinator III position provides...

Contract Project Coordinator III

  • Largo, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Largo, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Construction Management and Contract Administration....

CPM Scheduler (Full-time)

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Education: B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant experience which equates to this degree....

Project Scheduler

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago

Experience using scheduling management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project....

Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Daily planning and scheduling of all maintenance activities on boilers, turbine-generator, and balance of plant equipment Long-term and outage planning and scheduling of all maintenance...

Scheduler

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent field experience. Oracle Primavera P6 experience. A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude....

Project Coordinator

  • Lorton, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lorton, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago

Maintain project information (i.e. contract /funding values, period of performance, line of business, project labor categories, etc.). Translates a wide variety of customer needs/requirements...

Master Scheduler/Planner

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

/Scheduler who will be responsible for implementation of project management processes, tools, program planning, and control practices for large IT programs....

Project Coordinator- BOARDS NEW

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 days ago

Project Coordinator- BOARDS Semper Valens Solutions Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Management Fort Belvoir, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Project Coordinator Full Time, Ft. Belvoir, VA Secret...

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Washington, DC

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
18.8%
High School or GED
13.2%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.4%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Planning and Schedulings in Washington, DC
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%



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