Project Scheduler

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Project & Program ManagementProject Scheduler

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Key Responsibilities

General: Provide necessary information for establishing time objectives to meet project

Requirements Summary

Develop, maintain,

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Project & Program ManagementProject Scheduler

R10096142 Project Scheduler (Open)

Location:

Houston, TX (HO) - Engineering - E&C Houston

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the design, engineering and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable our customers to optimize the use of the planet's natural resources in order to provide clean and sustainable energy thanks to our people and their capability to innovate constantly. Through cutting edge innovation applied to our proprietary technology we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry and help to preserve & protect the atmosphere of our planet. Looking back on decades of operational expertise within the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, we develop creative, safe, reliable and competitive solutions for our customers, proposing a sustainable worldwide offer of best-in-class plants in a dynamically changing marketplace.

Air Liquide’s ambition is to be a leader in its industry, deliver long term performance and contribute to sustainability - with a strong commitment to climate change and energy transition at the heart of its strategy.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Air Liquide we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Air Liquide is hiring for a Project Scheduler in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

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Provide necessary information for establishing time objectives to meet project requirements
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Coordinate client, engineering, and operations interfaces to ensure smooth and timely flow of information
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Provide project management with information pertinent to the control of the project

Basics:

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Develop, maintain, and communicate the project time schedule
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Use the project time schedule to drive the execution and timely completion of the project
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Work in accordance with Air-Liquide scheduling procedures and requirements
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Assist leadership with implementation of project controls strategy
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Contribute actively to the knowledge exchange within the Scheduling Team

Proposal Phase:

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Participate in the execution strategy and develop the frame schedule
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Utilize estimated quantities and reference projects to validate durations
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Prepare the Basis of Schedule, including clear and specific assumptions
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Prepare the Project Schedule Execution Plan

Project Baseline:

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Read the contract in order to understand the project scope, milestones, and reporting requirements
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Utilize existing templates and/or reference projects as a starting point for schedule development
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Utilize the project documents and team collaboration to confirm full scope is represented
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Revise and/or assign activity codes & WBS structure for baseline progress schedule
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Revise and/or develop required layouts for baseline progress schedule
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Revise and/or assign resources for baseline progress schedule
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Revise and/or load progress weights per Air Liquide scheduling procedures and requirements
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Develop baseline progress curves using both early and late finish dates
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Communicate timephased manpower requirements in order to meet schedule
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Prepare SMART presentations to discuss, summarize and validate the planning assumptions and basis

Project Execution:

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Ensure the full scope continues to be represented in the schedule
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Collect progress status from client, engineering, operations, suppliers, and third party entities
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Assist the technical team with internal schedules to control and monitor key tasks.
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Update schedule based on actual project status and anticipated evolution
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Utilize P6 manpower loading and earned value metrics to forecast remaining schedule and staffing
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Track the internal and external milestones versus the contract, target, and previous forecast
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Update progress curves using both earned and remaining (forecast) values
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Analyze critical path(s), schedule variances, progress trends, and resource allocation
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Develop and implement solutions / mitigation strategies for identified critical scenarios / problems
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Communicate status and analysis to project team via schedule layouts, tables, curves, and briefings
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Assist in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports (e.g. PSR)
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Incorporate approved changes to the schedules via backup copy and “Maintain Baseline” function in P6
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Update the Basis of Schedule, including mitigation actions taken in the monthly update

Construction:

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Assist the site manager and subcontractor manager with planning
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Perform and/or validate quantity takeoffs for additional scope
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Confirm local rates of production for determination of budget manhours
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Refine the Air Liquide standard Subcontractor Schedule Specification for each ITB (Invitation to Bid)
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Review subcontractor schedules for adherence to project specifications and need dates
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Understand and challenge the subcontractors' plans before implementation into the main schedule
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Import subcontractor schedules into the master progress schedule and make necessary logic ties
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Walk jobsite to monitor safety and evaluate physical progress
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Review accuracy of subcontractor schedule updates and adherence to their initial plan
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Analyze subcontractor claims for delay and associated mitigation / recovery plans
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Incorporate contract changes into the master progress schedule and current approved baseline schedule
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Prepare schedules as requested or by anticipation, proposing scenarios and what-if simulations
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Backup all Planning related as-builts and Lessons Learned to ensure benchmark and handover

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in EPC Project Scheduling
Large project experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

Understand basic workflows for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction
Understand plot plans, PFDs, P&IDs, one-line diagrams
Proficient with Primavera P6 scheduling software, including multi-file group projects and data extraction
Proficient with Physical Progress and Earned Value measurement systems
Proficient with Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets including pivot tables, lookup formulas, and curves
Proficient with Google Docs, Slides, and Gmail
Balance strategic (big picture) thinking with tactical application (detail-oriented)
Work effectively on multiple projects with competing priorities
Meet deadlines and fulfill customer requirements
Effectively present and facilitate discussion for large / small groups
Lead, influence, and drive behavior change without formal authority
Effectively resolve issues and conflicts
Prioritize and execute tasks with minimal direction

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.