Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Illinois

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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Improves work order planning and scheduling effectiveness through the review process and use of the maintenance metrics....

Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

What You’ll Do: Support project managers by handling subcontracts, compliance documents, change orders, and closeouts Finalize draw package components and submit to lenders Maintain safety files...

Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

  • Effingham, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Effingham, IL
  • 2 days ago

Join our team as the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler!...

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

  • Litchfield, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Litchfield, IL
  • 4 days ago

Who We Are and What We Do At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading...

Project Coordinator

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 days ago

Review owner contracts, change orders, subcontracts, and subcontractor change orders....

Engineering Planning/Scheduler

  • Bradley, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Bradley, IL
  • 7 days ago

at CSL BEHRING LLC in BRADLEY, Illinois, United States Job Description Work with the production and maintenance departments to coordinate and maintain the calibration, preventive maintenance and...

Inside Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead Generation and Management (40%) Provide leads for condo, hotel, and modular projects aligned with PL 11 products. Use lead services (e.g., Dodge, Lodging...

Senior Project Controls and Scheduling - Planner/Scheduler

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

As a Senior Planner/Scheduler you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance....

Urban Planner

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Job Details: URBAN PLANNER We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Urban Planner to join our team. In this role, you will oversee regional business development strategies, managing junior...

Senior Scheduler

  • Springfield, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field....

Sr Scheduler

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or in lieu of a specified degree, any combination of education and experience that equals four (4) years in schedule...

Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

We are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our Specialty Services team, in our Chicago facility. In this role you will work Monday-Friday, 8:00AM 4:00PM. Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 Join us...

Master Scheduler

  • Hazel Crest, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL
  • 13 days ago

Competencies: High competency and understanding of supply chain processes and procedures including planning, scheduling, demand, and replenishment....

HVAC Project Coordinator

  • Granite City, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 13 days ago

A local well-respected, growing mechnical company is looking to fill a HVAC Project Coordinato r position. This company has many years of proven excellence and shows no signs of slowing down!!...

Maintenance Planner (Electrical) - Sheets Plant

  • Peru, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Peru, IL
  • 13 days ago

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for all aspects of planning and scheduling work in a safe and efficient manner on a daily basis for up to 20 Mechanics and Electricians....

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
18.7%
High School or GED
13.3%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
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 Illinois
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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