Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Louisiana

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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JVIC-Turnaround Scheduler

  • Belle Chasse, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Belle Chasse, LA
  • 1 day ago

Pre-Turnaround Input Work Plans into schedule as developed by the planner Work with Turnaround Planner to establish: Resources All Activity Codes; i.e. Systems, Work Type, Equipment Type, etc....

Project Scheduler

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

Management, Business or Finance required with a minimum of four (4) + years of relevant Primavera P6 scheduling experience Must demonstrate recent and in-depth knowledge of electric power infrastructure...

Project Scheduler

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago

Management, Business or Finance required with a minimum of four (4) + years of relevant Primavera P6 scheduling experience Must demonstrate recent and in-depth knowledge of electric power infrastructure...

Minimum of 3-5 years of project management / construction management experience. Language proficiency: English. Technical competency Familiar with Oil & Gas service industry....

Project Coordinator

  • Gonzales, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Gonzales, LA
  • 3 days ago

Electric Power Systems ID 2025-5570 # of Openings 1 Category Administrative Assistant Overview About The Company: At Electric Power Systems, we specialize in electrical acceptance testing,...

Junior Production Project Scheduler

  • Houma, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 3 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 3 months of experience in preparing production schedules for industrial manufacturing and/or fabrication projects Experience with Primavera P6 or MS Project scheduling software...

Senior Production Project Scheduler

  • Houma, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 3 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 8 years of experience in planning and preparing production schedules for industrial manufacturing and/or fabrication projects Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software...

P6 Construction Scheduler - Primoris Heavy Civil - Baton Rouge Louisiana

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

Resource loading and analysis of data into schedules as required – Primavera. In depth knowledge of construction claims and change orders related to scheduling impacts....

Sr Solar Construction Scheduler

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago

Construction Scheduler provides project estimating, planning, scheduling, pre-construction, and construction support for Wind, Solar, Battery (BESS), and Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business lines...

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Turnaround Scheduler

  • LA
  • 16 days ago
  • LA
  • 16 days ago

Strong planning and scheduling skills, able to track multiple activities with a high degree of accuracy. Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills....

Construction Scheduler

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 22 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 22 days ago

Monitor construction claims and change orders related to scheduling impacts. Preparation of Extension of Time (EOT). Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned....

Senior Scheduler - Data Center Construction

  • Choudrant, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Choudrant, LA
  • 90+ days ago

PSP certification by AACE in planning/scheduling is beneficial. EIT certification Preferred....

Project Coordinator

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 26 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 26 days ago

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a company that's on the rise? We're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly expanding team at Restoration 1 of East...

Senior Scheduler

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago

management, and project controls Experience with major contractor in civil engineering projects with value of over $100M Experience on multi-year heavy/civil projects is strongly preferred ACCIONA...

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

  • Geismar, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Geismar, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Overview\: We are currently seeking a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler that will be based at our Geismar, LA location....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Planning and Scheduling Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Planning and Schedulings in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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