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NBCUniversal · 1 day ago

Project Scheduler

Universal City, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies, and they are seeking a Project Scheduler to develop and integrate comprehensive project plans and schedules throughout the project life cycle. The role involves assisting the Master Scheduler in monitoring project schedules and communicating project status effectively with various stakeholders.

BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews

Responsibilities

Develop a working knowledge of all aspects of each project; creative, show/ride elements and systems, construction and park requirements, through discussions with the team members as well as reading drawings to thoroughly understand the construction, fabrication and installation process and sequencing of each project assigned

Develop project schedules to the appropriate level of detail, including activities, durations and logic sequences to insure accurate monitoring. Modify as necessary and assist in defining specific project requirements

Coordinate and integrate schedule input from all internal and external sources

Generate and review schedules, progress reports and other tools, as appropriate, to communicate accurate project status

Evaluate and resolve schedule variances and, in concert with the project teams, develop work-around plans

Communicate effectively with team members, management, stakeholders, contractors, vendors, etc

Understand and actively participate in the project execution process

Attending and leading project whiteboard meetings during the construction and installation phases of the project

Consistently walking the job site to assess job progress

Based on project progress and understanding the project scope, plan future activities, surface potential issues and develop strategies to mitigate or eliminate those issues

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Project schedulingPlanning techniquesCost engineeringPrimaveraMS ProjectConstruction knowledgeEngineering knowledgeCommunicationTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Business Mgmt., Construction, or Engineering

3-5 Years of planning and scheduling or cost engineering experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Thorough knowledge of planning techniques

Knowledge of multiple disciplines, including architecture, engineering and construction management

Computer literate with multiple software applications (i.e., Primavera, Word, Excel, MS Project, etc.)

Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite

Preferred

Theme park environment experience preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

A variety of other discounts and perks

Company

NBCUniversal

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NBCUniversal is a media company that provides entertainment and news development, production, distribution, and marketing services. It is a sub-organization of Comcast.

Founded in 1912

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees