Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Illinois

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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. · Conducts weekly planning & scheduling meetings with Production to determine work order priorities, communicate work order status and alter planned maintenance activities if necessary. · Creates...

Senior Scheduler - Aviation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 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?...

Maintenance Planner / Scheduler United States- Pontiac, Illinois

  • Pontiac, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pontiac, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Improves work order planning and scheduling effectiveness through the review process and use of the maintenance metrics....

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

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours 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...

Maintenance Scheduler

  • Pontiac, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pontiac, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Improves work order planning and scheduling effectiveness through the review process and use of the maintenance metrics....

Sr Project Controls Scheduler

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day 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...

MRO Planner and Scheduler

  • Momence, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Momence, IL
  • 2 days ago

MRO Planner/Scheduler MRO Planner/Scheduler is responsible for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts supply purchasing and inventory used to maintain and repair equipment and facilities to...

Manager, Master Production Scheduler

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to....

Project Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, 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...

Administrative Assistant/Project Coordinator

  • Markham, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Markham, IL
  • 6 days ago

Administrative Assistant/Project Coordinator - ( 250001HM ) Description The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But...

Scheduler I, Training

  • Naperville, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: The Training Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and scheduling training programs for employees and contractors. This role ensures that all training activities are executed...

Planner/Scheduler - Austin Industrial- Corn Plant

  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago

Planner/Scheduler This person will be responsible for planning and scheduling preparation, analysis, updates, progress reporting, as built schedules, recovery schedules, technical support and tracking...

Project Coordinator

  • Dunlap, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Dunlap, IL
  • 8 days ago

Join an innovative, fast-growing international company that's changing the game in large-scale metal part production! We're seeking a Project Coordinator in Peoria, IL to join a revolutionary tech...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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