Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Louisiana

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.

1-15 of 28 Jobs

Planner/Scheduler

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 hour ago

This position is responsible for developing maintenance plans and schedules based on recurring preventive maintenance activities, predictive maintenance data and KPIs....

Project Coordinator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

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Planner/Scheduler

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

More information about this job Overview The Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for construction projects using Primavera P6....

Project Coordinator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Confer with Project Controls Manager to estimate labor, price materials, and prepare change orders....

Community Development Project Coordinator (1062)

  • Gretna, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 2 days ago

Yes No 04 Do possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Construction Management of a related field?...

Project Scheduler (Meta Data Center, Rayville, LA)

  • Rayville, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rayville, LA
  • 3 days ago

Incorporate critical path method (CPM) scheduling techniques to monitor project progress....

Project Scheduler Job Details Bilfinger

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 8 days ago

This position requires a self-motivated individual to assist with the detailed planning and scheduling of construction work, and ensure work is executed in line with safety, cost, schedule, and quality...

Project Scheduler

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 10 days ago

Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules for assigned projects, incorporating all phases from pre-construction to project closeout....

Aircraft Master Scheduler

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago

Performance Monitoring: Monitor project progress and resource utilization, identifying any deviations from the planned schedules and proactively addressing potential bottlenecks or constraints....

Area Scheduler

  • Cameron, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Cameron, LA
  • 10 days ago

Collaborate with construction management, engineering, procurement, field operations, and client teams to gather inputs and maintain schedule accuracy....

Scheduler

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago

Facilitates interactive planning and scheduling sessions with the project stakeholders....

Planner Scheduler - Lake Charles, LA

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 12 days ago

Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience....

Scheduler/Planner

  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 17 days ago

Who We Are Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors....

Project Scheduler

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 18 days ago

Incorporate critical path method (CPM) scheduling techniques to monitor project progress....

Junior Production Project Scheduler

  • Houma, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 18 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 3 months of experience in preparing production schedules for industrial manufacturing and/or fabrication projects Experience with Primavera P6 or MS Project scheduling software...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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