Senior Sceduler/Planner

at  Bird Construction

Senior Sceduler/Planner
Where Greatness Grows
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. 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.
We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.
Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.
Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Senior Scheduler/Planner will be responsible for developing, analyzing, and maintaining detailed project schedules for complex civil infrastructure projects. The role requires expertise in project scheduling, planning, and coordination, with a focus on ensuring timely project delivery and effective resource allocation. Working closely with project managers and cross-functional teams, you will play a critical role in supporting project goals, identifying risks, and optimizing timelines.
This position is based in downtown Toronto

What you’ll be working on

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for large-scale civil infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, milestones, and deadlines.
• Analyze schedule data and provide regular updates and reports to project managers and senior leadership on project progress, potential delays, and resource needs.
• Work with project teams to integrate project schedules, resource planning, and cost data into a comprehensive project control system.
• Conduct schedule risk analyses to identify and mitigate potential delays, recommending solutions to address schedule variances.
• Facilitate regular schedule review meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project timelines and changes.
• Implement change management processes for schedule adjustments, ensuring all changes are documented, assessed for impact, and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize project schedules and resource allocations, driving project efficiency.
• Prepare and present progress and forecast reports, including schedule variances, critical path analysis, and earned value assessments.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and project teams to ensure adherence to the project schedule, proactively addressing any issues that may arise.
• Support the project close-out process by ensuring that final schedules and documentation are complete, accurate, and ready for submission.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in project scheduling and planning within large civil infrastructure or construction projects.
• Certifications such as PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional), PMP (Project Management Professional), or PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with scheduling software
• Proven expertise in critical path method (CPM) scheduling, resource loading, and earned value management (EVM).
• Strong understanding of civil infrastructure project phases, timelines, and interdependencies.
• Experience in risk assessment, including schedule risk analysis and development of contingency plans.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership and project teams.

We Put Safety First
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We Are Stronger Together
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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.
Bird celebrates diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status

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