Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Itasca, IL

A Planning and Scheduling professional in the construction industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of construction projects by creating, monitoring and updating project schedules. They coordinate and integrate work across multiple teams, identify potential bottlenecks and develop solutions to keep the project on track. This role brings together all elements of a project, from initial planning to execution, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively, and project goals are met within stipulated timeframes. Their responsibilities also involve risk management, cost analysis, and communication with stakeholders.

A suitable candidate for this role should have excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills along with a deep understanding of construction processes. They should be proficient in using project management software and should have strong written and verbal communication skills. It's highly beneficial to have certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Primavera P6 certification. Prior roles that would provide valuable experience for a Planning and Scheduling position can include a Construction Project Coordinator, Construction Site Manager, or a Project Engineer.

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Senior Scheduler - Aviation

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred. Compensation Range:$109,771.86 - $146,362.48 Don't meet every single requirement?...

Project Coordinator, PMO & DC, Full-time, Days

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the...

Sr Project Controls Scheduler

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (6 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (6 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsible to develop status and analyze detailed critical path schedules, workload and resource forecasts through the use of computer applications such as: Primavera P6, Project View (ComEd and PECO...

Senior Scheduler

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Valued but not required skills and experience: Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance...

Manager, Master Production Scheduler

  • Deerfield, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Assist in the evaluation and validation of change orders. Assist in development and maintaining of Master Project Schedule. Assist with development of On Screen Takeoff (OST) drawings as required....

Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Project Coordinator About OX The Office of Experience (OX) is a full-service digital agency helping companies excel at every moment of interface they have with their customers. OX's human-centered...

Pricing Analyst & Project Coordinator

  • Vernon Hills, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago

LHH is actively looking for a Pricing Analyst & Project Coordinator. You'll analyze and maintain pricing for aftermarket parts, perform competitive market analysis, and manage projects related to...

Project Scheduler

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Ensures all project change orders and project delays are documented, analyzed and reviewed....

Campaigns Project Coordinator (Grant Funded)

  • Itasca, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 11 days ago

Coordinate approval signatures, and ensure expenses are coded to appropriate accounts and submitted for payment....

Project Controls - Senior Planner / Scheduler

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Project Controls - Senior Planner / Scheduler (OOJ - 35177) NPAworldwide Recuitment Network update Last updated: Apr/04/2025 Job Description Senior Planning and Scheduling Manager, Life Science & Industrial...

Project Coordinator - Medical Equipment Planning

  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We...

Scheduler/Production Planner

  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 22 days ago

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Production Manager Job Summary: Under guidance of Production Manager, this person will create production schedules, ensure the timely completion of...

Scheduler - Michels Construction, Inc.

  • Montgomery, IL (24 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (24 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) or Earned Value Professional (EVP) Certifications - Desired Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) Certification - Desired...

Senior Scheduler - Michels Construction, Inc.

  • Montgomery, IL (24 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (24 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) or Earned Value Professional (EVP) Certifications - Desired Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) Certification - Desired...

Demographic Data for Itasca, IL

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Itasca, IL

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Itasca, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
18.8%
High School or GED
13.2%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.4%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Planning and Schedulings in Itasca, IL
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%



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