Planner Scheduler

Reporting to the Director of Operations (Northern Buildings Group), the Planner/Scheduler is responsible for working closely with the commercial and operations groups on planning, scheduling, forecasting, and schedule risk management. They will ensure the project schedule is effectively managed through the various phases of construction for the project.

This role will be based out of the south Edmonton office.

What You Will Be Working On

• Lead baseline schedule development and maintenance effort. Validate baseline information
• Assist the Project Manager to update schedule on a weekly basis, by assessing actual work done in the field and analyze effort expended. Perform critical path analysis
• Provide analysis of schedule data to identify key project issues
• Assist in coordinating schedule inputs from all parts of the project
• Identify and analyze schedule variances and recommend associated corrective actions
• Assist the Project Manager to present the project schedule to the client
• Participate in the development of WBS and help ensure project coding is effectively used for all applications
• Expert ability to utilize drawings and specifications as a basis for structuring the project schedule
• Assist the Project Manager to measure progress and review the subcontractor’s progress.
• Review subcontract schedule status and provide the Project Manager and Senior Management with input on subcontract performance
• Conduct or assist in performance measurement and associated schedule trends
• Lead the preparation of various levels of project reports to meet project needs
• Lead project planning and scheduling review meetings
• Ensure internal and external deadlines are met consistently
• Lead the business in the development of a productivity database for self-perform and subcontractor productivity rates
• Track productivity on self perform work
• Assist the regional teams setting pursuit strategies related to project schedules as directed

What We Are Looking For

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Technology or a combination of equivalent skills and field
• 10 years’ experience within a project controls group, construction management and scheduling
• Engineering and commercial construction experience
• Healthcare project experience would be an asset
• Advanced Primavera 6, MS Project and Excel skills
• Seasoned knowledge in the application of earned value, critical path analysis and risk assessment
• Experience in all aspects of project scheduling including logic development, progress measurement, schedule impact analysis, resource loading/leveling, schedule risk analysis, etc.
• Proven ability to develop and assess change order impacts to baseline schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work well independently and develop positive relationships with diverse personalities and work force
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them

What We Are Looking For

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.