Scheduler MCU (Schenectady, NY)
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Job Location:
Schenectady, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 78800 - 131200
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
Position SummaryThe NAM MCU Scheduler is responsible for developing maintaining and optimizing the schedule for NAM MCU projects across the NAM Wind Services Organization(WSO). This role ensures that all projects start dates cranes labor tooling and logistics are effectively coordinated to achieve safe on-time and cost-efficient execution. The Scheduler acts as the central hub connecting Cranes Field Teams Resource Management and Supply Chain to maintain real-time visibility and control over project schedules.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Scheduling & Planning
Develop and maintain the master MCU schedule for all ongoing and upcoming projects across the region.
Coordinate with Resource Managers Parts Logistics and Project Managers to confirm crew assignments crane availability tooling readiness and component delivery.
Monitor project milestones and critical path activities to ensure schedule adherence.
Adjust schedules proactively in response to weather delays equipment issues or changing priorities.
Support the creation of weekly monthly and quarterly execution forecasts.
Communication & Coordination
Serve as the primary point of contact for all MCU scheduling updates and changes.
Facilitate weekly coordination meetings with Resource Parts Logistics finance and Operations teams to review upcoming work.
Communicate schedule changes clearly to all stakeholders including field leadership and customers when required.
Collaborate with supply chain teams to track component and tooling movements to align with schedule needs.
Data Management & Reporting
Maintain accurate scheduling data in Salesforce.
Track schedule performance metrics such as crew utilization downtime cost per job and schedule adherence.
Generate reports for Operations Leadership summarizing weekly progress upcoming workload and risks to schedule.
Support continuous improvement by identifying scheduling trends bottlenecks and optimization opportunities.
Operational Readiness
Verify all prerequisites (permits site readiness component deliveries tooling inspections etc.) are complete prior to mobilization.
Ensure scheduling reflects resource qualifications training and regional coverage.
Support pre-job reviews and project kickoff meetings to align scope timing and readiness.
Qualifications
Education:
- Minimum: High School diploma or GED
- Preferred: Associates or bachelors degree in operations Project Management or Engineering
Experience:
35 years of experience in field execution project scheduling workforce planning or operations coordination.
Prior experience in the wind energy power generation or industrial maintenance industries preferred.
Familiarity with MCU scopes such as gearbox main shaft main bearing generator or blade replacements is a strong plus.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong proficiency with scheduling and planning software.
Proficiency with data and reporting tools (Excel Smartsheet etc.).
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple departments.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight timelines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Team-oriented mindset and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
Core Attributes
Safety-first mindset understands the importance of planning for safe field execution.
Organized and detail-oriented thrives in managing moving parts and shifting priorities.
Proactive communicator anticipates issues and informs stakeholders early.
Accountable takes ownership of schedule accuracy and integrity.
Continuous improvement seeks to optimize processes reduce downtime and enhance coordination.
Travel Requirements
Occasional travel (up to 15%) may be required to support field coordination meetings vendor discussions or site visits.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Key Skills
- Employee Orientation
- Operational Risk Management
- Primavera
- Computer Skills
- Primavera P6
- Medical office experience
- Medical Terminology
- Schedule Management
- Production Planning
- Microsoft Project
- Medical Scheduling
- Phone Etiquette
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