Planner/Scheduler - Decatur, IL

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

Job Description

Planner/Scheduler - Decatur, IL

Position Summary:
The Scheduler coordinates and integrates all planning and scheduling activities for small, medium, and large capital projects of varying complexities and prepares, validates, and/or issues master schedules, S-curves, problem analysis reports, and variance reports. They should fully understand major business drivers and implications specific to scheduling for Construction Companies and will ensure compliance with internal project requirements while upholding safety and quality management protocols.

Essential Job Functions:

• Thoroughly understand the principals of planning/scheduling and the relationships between the project controls functions of estimating, planning/scheduling, cost control, and risk management.
• Thoroughly understand, define and identify schedule classifications and levels, as designated by AACE.
• Develop and maintain cross-discipline relationships within the project team.
• Actively review and thoroughly understand key aspects of the proposal or project contract. Assist in the development and execution of the strategy and plan for planning/scheduling activities that supports the overall proposal strategy and/or project requirements.
• Assist in the development of project work plans and schedules that support the project/business group work processes and milestones.
• Develop and update schedules that exhibit network logic which meet the needs of and are used by the project team. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the data.
• Contribute to schedule risk analysis to help forecast schedule contingencies and related cost impacts.
• Develop accurate and timely project labor hour forecasts with the participation of lead staff and project management. Prepare schedule analysis narratives including recommendations for corrective actions.
• Status earned value systems that accurately measure project work progress and performance. Provide analysis of the data to lead project controls staff.
• Create client and internal status reports that effectively communicate schedule status and identify critical path. Define corrective actions for implementation. Issue reports under the direction of lead project controls staff.
• Gain practical field experience to develop understanding of how the project is being built.

Job Requirements:

• Understand consulting/design project delivery processes and apply the principles of project controls work processes and practices as it relates to planning/scheduling.
• Promote a positive working atmosphere. Motivate peers and junior staff.
• Effectively communicate complex planning/scheduling information to team members.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Implement and effectively use company standard planning/scheduling systems (Primavera and MS Project).
• Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or related technical field. Experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.
• Active membership in AACE, PMI or similar association desired.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment; able to work with all levels of management and technical staff.
• Must be a team player and demonstrate a teamwork approach to performance.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and productive in a high-pressure environment.
• 5-10 years project scheduling skills required for a Lead Scheduler.
• Experience in developing project Work Breakdown Structures used to create project schedules and estimates.
• Experience with program scheduling to include an understanding of networks, interdependencies and networks.
• Previous hands-on project experience and experience working on industry related projects.
• High level of data manipulation and reporting knowledge is required.

Working Conditions:

• The scope of this position will encompass predominantly office work in an office environment.
• This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
• ADM is an EOE for minorities, females, protected veterans and individuals with a disability.
• This position can expect up to approximately 25% travel on as-needed basis.

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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:90478BR

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

90474BR

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Ref ID

#LI-NG1