Scheduling Director
Gilbane
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Chicago, IL · Posted October 6, 2026
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About the job
Requisition Title
Scheduling Director Requisition ID
2026-13538 Job Locations
US-IL-Chicago US-WI-Milwaukee Category
Scheduling Company : Name
Gilbane Building Company Location : Location
US-IL-Chicago Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Location : Postal Code
60606 Location : Address
123 N Wacker Drive Additional Locations
US-WI-Milwaukee Position Type (Portal Searching)
Full-Time
Provides oversight relative to all aspects of planning & scheduling for all projects within the Division
Provides input to the development of project pursuits including fee proposals, RFP responses, presentation content, etc.
Develops protocols and ensures adequate controls are in place so that proper schedule techniques and update procedures are followed on all projects within a Division
Reports concerns to Division management regarding proper project controls on any projects within a Division
Assumes lead role for scheduling in the Division’s strategic planning process
Sets scheduling-related customer satisfaction goals
Reviews project risk reports and provides feedback and alerts for high-risk jobs in the Division
Manages department workload and deliverables and balances with available backlogged recoveries and recoveries targets
Serves as subject matter expert for the Scheduling peer group and helps steer group initiatives or multiple subcommittees throughout the year
Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
17+ years of related experience
Professional Certification in AACEi, PMI, AGC, CMAA, or similar is recommended.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Develop, implement, and train on standard and project specific cost control procedures in accordance with the Division and/or Business Unit procedures
Identify and communicate key cost issues to project/construction and operations management in a timely manner to allow corrective action to be implemented
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.
The pay ranges from $180,000 - $240,000 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
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