Gray Construction is seeking a Project Scheduler to join our Planning and Scheduling Team.  This position will be based in Charlotte, NC with hybrid schedule possibility (2 in-office 3 remote) or in the Lexington, KY office.

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated, global service provider deeply rooted in engineering, design, and construction, along with smart manufacturing and equipment manufacturing services. Consistently ranked as a leader in the industry, we focus on the following markets for domestic and international customers: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Data Centers, Distribution, and Advanced Technology.

Founded in 1960, Gray’s robust offering enables us to create one-of-a-kind solutions at the highest levels of customization, delivering unmatched precision and partnership to some of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. Still, these areas don’t define Gray—our people do. Passion, commitment, and a great team spirit all speak to the team members at Gray.

Who we want… (Requirements)

We are looking for a qualified individual who has a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of construction scheduling experience. The ideal candidate should possess an understanding of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP scopes of work, as well as an understanding of the design process relative to the project schedule. They should also have an understanding of project administration, including the submittal process, document control requirements, and change management.

The candidate should have an understanding of earned value management and the ability to cost and manpower load schedules. They should also possess a comprehensive understanding of schedule software, including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, and schedule principles such as schedule logic, predecessors, successors, and float. The ideal candidate should be able to develop a comprehensive baseline schedule in collaboration with the site team and trade partners to meet key milestones. Additionally, the candidate should be able to complete schedule progress updates and schedule update narratives on multiple (3+) projects in collaboration with the site team and trade partners to meet key milestones and deliver projects on time. The candidate should be able to evaluate construction sequencing to help the project team plan efficient workflows and be able to assess project schedules to identify and mitigate scheduling conflicts and compression. The candidate should be able to review schedules from a safety perspective, identifying potential safety concerns and incorporating mitigation points where applicable.

The new team member should be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development. If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What we expect… (Essential Functions)

The selected candidate will have the responsibility of developing comprehensive baseline schedules, completing schedule progress updates, and preparing schedule update narratives on multiple (3+) projects in collaboration with the site team and trade partners to meet key milestones.

The candidate will evaluate construction sequencing to help the project team plan efficient workflows, assist the project team in planning and sequencing work relative to the project schedule, assess project schedules to identify and mitigate scheduling conflicts and compression, and review schedules from a safety perspective, identifying potential safety concerns and incorporating mitigation points where applicable.

The candidate will also review two-to-three-week lookahead schedules with the project team for accuracy, project risk, and sequencing, evaluate and communicate construction critical path(s) to the project team, trader partners, and the Customer, and evaluate and communicate to the project team the impact of Customer decisions, design delays, and trade partner progress on the project schedule to mitigate critical path delays and prepare time impact analyses (TIAs) as required.

The candidate is expected to effectively mentor junior team members, assist with the onboarding process for junior team members joining the project team, motivate others, and foster an environment of teamwork.

Must always be looking for opportunities to learn and develop new skills to enhance project schedule performance. Lead by example and hold team members accountable for adhering to Gray's policies and procedures.

Compensation 

The wage range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; as well as other business and organizational needs.  The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000 to $140,000. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands or arms and talk or hear.  They may occasionally be required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Generally, normal office environment where noise level is moderate and temperature/humidity is controlled. Overtime may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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