Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 4 hours ago

This Position : The Master Scheduler will serve as the right-hand person to the VP of Operations, ensuring that demand is balanced with capacity across all manufacturing sites. This role is...

Project Coordinator I

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago

Utilize integrated software systems to process and track subcontracts, change orders, drawings, RFI's, submittals, invoices and insurance certificates Create and maintain project documents within predominately...

Project Coordinator - Logistics

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Project Coordinator - Logistics Job Summary: The Project Coordinator will organize, manage, and plan projects for the organizations Logistics department. The...

Project Coordinator I

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 8 days ago

Become responsible for scheduling design, pre-construction, and construction meetings across the Capital Projects program and for managing meeting minutes and action item completion weekly Maintain...

Project Coordinator

  • Davenport, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 12 days ago

Molina Healthcare Project Coordinator in Davenport , Iowa JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary Provides general administrative support that includes routine document preparation, file management,...

Fire Project Coordinator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago

Possessing/working towards a 2-year business or construction management degree or applicable on-the-job experience is desirable....

Project Scheduler - Mission Critical Construction

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 days ago

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....

Scheduler (R&D Supply- Seed)

  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 20 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

(P4) Senior Electrical Planner

  • Massena, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Massena, IA
  • 21 days ago

Education, Experience and Certifications 2-year AAS degree, in a technical discipline preferred Minimum 7 years related utility, construction management, maintenance or planning experience....

Scheduler (R&D Supply- Seed)

  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Williamsburg, IA
  • 21 days ago

At Bayer were visionaries, driven to solve the worlds toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. Were doing it...

Construction Project Scheduler

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 22 days ago

Compensation/Benefits: Lucrative Base Salary Profitable per Diem Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Retirement Plan PTO Apply online or submit resume to ......

Construction Project Scheduler

  • Ames, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 22 days ago

Compensation/Benefits: Lucrative Base Salary Profitable per Diem Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Retirement Plan PTO Apply online or submit resume to ......

Construction Project Scheduler

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 22 days ago

Compensation/Benefits: Lucrative Base Salary Profitable per Diem Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Retirement Plan PTO Apply online or submit resume to ......

Scheduler

  • Davenport, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 27 days ago

All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith....

Construction Scheduler II

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 30+ days ago

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or relevant field & minimum five years construction scheduling experience; or equivalent combination of training and...

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
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 Iowa
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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