Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Palo, IA

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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The Weitz Company

Project Scheduler - Mission Critical Construction

Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails....

Planner Scheduler

  • Palo, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo, IA
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Planner Scheduler Job Description This position is responsible for developing work orders and preventive maintenance plans for implementation....

Production Scheduler

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 15 days ago

Production order planning and scheduling as well as subsequent changes. Processing of Production Order Receipts and moving material to next order or stock location....

Project Coordinator I

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 20 days ago

orders, drawings, RFI's, submittals, invoices and insurance certificates necessary for project teams....

Project Coordinator

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Project Coordinator is the individual responsible for the day-to-day administrative on-site support functions for the project DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and...

Planner Scheduler, Sr - Nuc

  • Palo, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palo, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Planner Scheduler, Sr - Nuc#25-58132 Palo, IA All On-site Job Description PR:$53.10/hr Planner assists in the design of planned work and design change packages....

Planner (Scheduler) - Mission Critical

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (10 miles from Palo, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Management, or an applicable discipline Experience in preparing CPM schedules for vertical construction projects Proficient with Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software Capable of managing multiple...

Demographic Data for Palo, IA

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Palo, IA

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Palo, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
19.0%
High School or GED
13.1%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
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 Palo, IA
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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