Preconstruction Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US

At Okland, we exist to create remarkable experiences — not just through the projects we deliver, but in the way we show up for our clients, partners, and each other every day. We believe that how we build is just as important as what we build, and our purpose is rooted in people. Whether it's a trusted partner we’ve worked with for decades or a new team member stepping onto their first jobsite, we approach every relationship with care, clarity, and commitment.

We’re a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,200 team members and a track record of delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country — from semiconductor and healthcare facilities to professional sports venues and high-end hospitality.

Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we’ve grown steadily for over a century — now with offices in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho — and we’re entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company’s history. We’re building more than projects. We’re building careers, capabilities, and momentum for the future. And we’re looking for passionate, driven people who want to be part of it.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

At  Okland , we believe that great buildings start with great planning. We’re looking for a  Preconstruction Scheduler  who thrives on collaborative early-stage planning. This person understands how to provide value for our Business Development and Preconstruction Teams. Can collaboratively plan buildings in the earliest stages of the project lifecycle with little information. You have a balanced understanding of all building systems, conceptualizing project outcomes and thrive on creating detailed roadmaps for a project’s success. The right candidate is someone who can see the big picture while not being afraid to dive into the smallest details when needed.

If you’re passionate about turning concepts into actionable plans, you enjoy working with a team that values collaborative early-stage planning and believe that success is created at the onset of a project you’ll feel right at home here.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

• Collaboratively creating conceptual construction schedules using Last Planner & Leans concepts, Takt schedules and other Construction Planning tools as required.
• Has a passion for understanding and developing new workkflows to create better project planning outcomes.
• Actively collaborates with key project Stakeholders including Design Teams, Owners and with Trade Partners to assure the Project Plan meets the needs and realities of these various project partners.
• Can lead Pull-Planning session. Both for milestones and for weekly planning during Cluster Meetings.
• Can assist preconstruction teams with understanding the “Why” behind schedule durations, flow and why the details of the plan may shift as the project progress through its early planning stages.
• Understands and can execute initial project phasing, including systems specific last planner requirements.
• Providing mentorship to Project teams on continuing the project plan into its CPM scheduling phases, the “Why” behind the early Preconstruction plan. Including assuring early stage planning integrated experience field support to assure the plan is realistic, bought into and will help the project succeed.
• Primarily office based. Traveling to job sites may be required as projects plans Morph into full CPM Schedules.

YOU’RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

WHAT WE OFFER

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee 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 job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and / or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and / or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO STATEMENT

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion .

VISA AND SPONSORSHIP

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.