Construction Planning Analyst

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.  For more information, click here.

The Role

Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.

Interested applicants will have a degree in Engineering or Construction Management and the skills required to plan vertical construction projects using Oracle Primavera P6 scheduling software. This person will be willing to learn how to merge 3D BIM models with CPM schedules to create visual schedules, integrate lean (pull planning) methodologies with the CPM schedule, and apply innovative techniques for production management using linear schedules and takt time analytics to improve process flows. At various stages of the project, this person will provide technical and analytical input to facilitate re-planning, and workflow sequencing to ensure projects finish within their prescribed timeframe.

• Primary Function:

  As a Construction Planning Analyst, your role centers on creating and maintaining project schedules, performing data analytics to identify risks, assessing portfolio schedule quality, liaison with data and IT for new construction tech pilot and implementation, and delivering enterprise-level reports, all while upholding Suffolk's core values and promoting effective teamwork.

• Planning & Scheduling:

  • Develop a fundamental understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Suffolk’s scheduling standards of practice (SOPs), and Scheduling theory/calculations.
  • Basic understanding of reviewing and interpreting Contract Drawings/Line Drawings, Contract Documents, and Specifications.
  • Working Knowledge of Oracle P6 Enterprise Scheduling Software.
  • Assemble Proposal schedules and Startup schedules for small or routine projects.
  • Assist Planners and Planning Managers- Updating project schedules, Current vs Last Month Schedule Comparison, Schedule Narratives & 6-8 week look ahead schedules.
  • Assist in creating Subnets(fragnets) for project issues, to demonstrate time impacts.

   

  Planning Analytics:

  • Develop Schedule Quality Metrics & Suffolk Functional Metrics for Quality Improvement and benchmarking.
  • Analyze Baseline schedules and Monthly Schedule Updates using deep dive approaches such as -Line of Balance (LOB), Systems of Work (SOW) variances, and Production comparison (Plan vs. Actual) to identify systems/schedules at risk.
  • Collaborate actively with Data Analytics & IT group to develop Dashboards, automate reports & create analytical tools.
  • Validate and Reconcile data between different platforms such as Oracle P6, Microsoft Power BI, Deltek Acumen, Graphic Schedule, QuickBase & Microsoft Excel.
  • Implement quality control measures on project schedules, with a specific focus on Suffolk’s Project and Activity Codes, which are fundamental components of schedule analytics.
  • Gather and consolidate historical data from archival sources to generate benchmark production data for various trades, encompassing concrete, steel, wood structures, facades, roughs, and finishes across different Strategic Business Units (SBU’s)
  • Leverage 3^rd party tools such as SmartPM to identify compressed projects within the portfolio.
  • Develop monthly regional PowerPoint presentations and take the lead in discussions with regional leaders to evaluate projects that require special attention
  • Assist in P6 administration activities and contribute to the migration of systems to the cloud.

   

  Corporate Reporting:

  • Generate Enterprise(Portfolio) level monthly schedule reports to Presidents & COO’s communicating- Schedule variances, Schedule trends, Quality Metrics, Schedule Risk Status, and action Plans for recovery.
  • Publish Monthly schedule quality reports and functional metrics using Deltek Acumen Fuse.
  • Publish schedule Exception reports and ensure corrective actions are taken.
  • Update Process documents, Job Aids, Manuals, Calendars etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Structural engineering and/or Construction Management with 1-3 years of Planning & Scheduling Experience. 
• Prior commercial/residential construction experience, especially vertical and high-rise projects, is preferred.
• Proficient in Oracle P6 Enterprise Scheduling Software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Applications - Excel, Project & PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Database & BI tools such as MS Access, SQL, and Microsoft PowerBI is a plus, but not required.
• Willing to learn and adapt to new construction tech advancements - IT Automation, Data Analytics, Data Visualization and Machine Learning.
• Interested in learning low-code and no-code(LCNC) development platforms.
• Possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism and Caring.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to apply appropriate communication techniques to various individuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required, demonstrating a consistent commitment and ability to work with diverse work groups and individuals on a high-pressure environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law.  This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk. 

The expected salary range for this position (Construction Planning Analyst) in Boston, MA is between $67.0 and $91.0 (annualized USD).  This represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Suffolk’s total compensation package for employees.  Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications, including budgetary objectives.  Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall compensation strategy.  Salary ranges may differ by geography and are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.