Operating Group Director – Planning and Scheduling

Mortenson

Director of Planning and Scheduling at Mortenson leading project planning and execution with a focus on Lean methodologies and risk management.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timePampa • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $154,700 - $232,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define strategic direction for project planning and execution
Integrate project planning with Lean and Innovation objectives
Govern policies to guide project teams in planning and risk management
Partner with Technical Leaders and operating groups to advance planning practices
Lead and mentor planners, superintendents, foremen, and schedulers
Document and share best practices for continuous improvement
Improve project planning learning, development, and training programs
Implement just-in-time training and planning support for project teams
Develop Planning KPIs and assessment methodology
Evaluate and adopt new processes, tools, and technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field
Minimum 12 years industry experience
Success implementing Lean construction methodologies (Last Planner techniques)
Experience leading and developing company-wide project planning programs
Experience in field operations planning, work packaging, and trade flow management
Preferred experience as superintendent or project manager on construction projects
Commercial construction industry experience
Practical experience in scheduling risk mitigation/claims
Experience developing project schedules and collaborating with teams
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, initiative, and teamwork skills
Ability to build consensus with leaders, superintendents, and planners
Positive attitude and strong customer service skills
Proven collaboration leadership with diverse teams
Proactive, self-motivated, and takes initiative
Creative team player inspiring others for the common good
Passionate about new technologies, processes, and methodologies
Expert in Master Project Planning
Fluent in Primavera (P6)
Strong knowledge of CPM, LBS, WBS, and The Last Planner System®
Knowledge of MS Project, ASTA PowerProject, NetPoint, Synchro 4D, etc.
Knowledge of 4D visual planning methodologies
Knowledge of construction contracts and business practices
Active listening and effective communication skills
Knowledge of EEO, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

Lean construction methodologiesLast Planner techniquesMaster Project PlanningCPMLBSWBS4D visual planning methodologiesscheduling risk mitigationproject schedulingtrade flow management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationproblem-solvinginitiativeteamworkconsensus buildingcustomer servicecollaborationproactivecreativity