Construction Planner/Scheduler
2 days ago
San Diego
Job Description Construction Planner/Scheduler We are working with a premier developer of luxury apartment communities, specializing in high-end multi-family residential properties across Southern California and Arizona. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and superior resident experiences, we create sophisticated living spaces that blend modern design with unparalleled amenities. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of luxury living. Location: Southern California (with travel to Arizona as needed) Reports To: Vice President Status: Exempt, Full-Time, Direct Hire Travel: Required within Southern California and Arizona regions Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Construction Planner/Scheduler to plan, develop, and maintain project timelines for our luxury apartment developments, facilities, fire life safety, capital improvements, and related initiatives. This role demands expertise in commercial or multi-residential construction, particularly for high-end apartments, and involves exercising independent judgment to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to our standards of excellence. You'll also support permitting processes and foster strong relationships with city officials to streamline approvals and inspections. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, construction teams, facilities, fire life safety, and capital improvement groups to monitor progress, adjust schedules, and communicate updates to leadership., • Coordinate timelines and workload distribution across teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and within financial parameters., • Analyze schedules for optimal cost and resource efficiency., • Generate progress reports and forecasts to track project status., • Break down large-scale projects into manageable development phases., • Utilize Microsoft Project and other management tools to establish realistic timeframes., • Partner with estimators to assess resource needs, and engage with contractors and suppliers to align on deliverables., • Conduct risk assessments to identify potential delays, such as material shortages or labor issues, and implement mitigation strategies., • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President. Qualifications To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate the ability to perform essential duties effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree in business, construction management, or a related field preferred., • Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience or training in residential/multi-family construction, ideally with a builder of luxury apartments. Technical Skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project. Physical Demands • Ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 20 pounds., • Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, squat, climb/descend stairs, and move about properties, units, rooftops, and construction sites., • Capable of prolonged activity at construction sites., • Comfortable with computer work and operating office equipment (e.g., phones, fax, copier, scanner). Communication Skills • Strong oral and written communication abilities; professional interaction with management, team members, residents, and vendors., • Team-oriented with the ability to follow instructions, respond to direction, and use feedback constructively. Supervisory Responsibilities • None. Attendance and Punctuality • Energetic, positive, ethical leader with strong interpersonal skills; effective communicator, trainer, and motivator who builds trust and loyalty., • Business-savvy with a focus on profitability, quality, efficiency, and results; develops strategies and makes sound decisions., • Thrives in a fast-paced environment; adaptable to changing priorities, organized under pressure, and deadline-driven., • Calmly manages conflict and emotional situations, prioritizing solutions over blame., • Understands company policies and applicable laws; enforces them appropriately., • Works independently with minimal supervision; accountable and open to constructive criticism., • Skilled in planning, budgeting, scheduling staff, and allocating resources., • Treats others with respect, sensitive to cultural differences; supports a diverse, inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment., • Maintains confidentiality regarding sensitive company, resident, and customer information. To see more available jobs, visit About LEAD LEAD Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment toward safety and to provide long-term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees. LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Company DescriptionOur mission is to be the Best In Class manpower support company by operating on the principals of delivering the highest level professionalism, integrity, honesty, and safety to our valued employees and clients. Lead Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees. Our success in consistently filling our customer's orders is directly related to the tenure of our sales and recruiting staff, all of whom on average have in excess of 10 years industry experience. LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.Our mission is to be the Best In Class manpower support company by operating on the principals of delivering the highest level professionalism, integrity, honesty, and safety to our valued employees and clients.\r\n\r\nLead Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees.\r\n\r\nOur success in consistently filling our customer's orders is directly related to the tenure of our sales and recruiting staff, all of whom on average have in excess of 10 years industry experience.\r\n\r\nLEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. \r\n\r\nLEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.