Planning & Control Manager

About DOC

Our mission is to make a transformative impact on our communities through the exceptional buildings, infrastructure, and relationships we construct - with skill, purpose, integrity, and passion.

Founded in 1879, DOC (Daniel O’Connell’s Sons) is a trusted construction management and general contracting firm serving public and private clients across the Northeast and Florida. We bring together expertise in building and heavy/civil construction to deliver complex, high-impact projects.

At DOC, we believe there’s always a better way to build. Our team is driven by collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement - constantly learning, evolving, and pushing to deliver better outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Values

• Always do the right thing
• Support and respect the people you work with
• Think like a client
• Be patient and flexible - even when unexpected obstacles arise
• Ensure everyone safely returns to their families

Position Summary – Planning & Control Manager

DOC is seeking a full-time Planning & Control Manager with a minimum of 10 years of construction experience, including 5 years on an active jobsite. This individual will be ultimately responsible for overseeing and fulfilling the scheduling requirements of multiple projects, including regular interface with project management, clients, and contractor personnel, while overseeing and developing junior to mid-level scheduling department staff.

This position also supports the implementation of strategies that develop and strengthen a Lean culture in alignment with the company’s goals and priorities. The Planning & Control Manager is part of the Scheduling Department, reports to the President, and works closely with various departments across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project planning and scheduling by coordinating the planning and scheduling of projects, with the ability to manage schedules for more than one project at a time
• Lead the scheduling department by overseeing, managing, and developing scheduling department staff
• Develop and maintain CPM schedules and keep contract schedule updates current with project teams
• Monitor construction progress and work collaboratively with the project team in an advisory role to resolve schedule impacts
• Communicate key schedule issues to project/construction and operations management in a timely manner so corrective action can be implemented
• Prepare monthly schedule narratives that concisely describe the status of assigned projects
• Alert the project team to deviations from the plan and potential problem areas; develop and/or review recovery plans, mitigation options, and delay analyses
• Report to executive leadership by preparing and distributing a monthly schedule dashboard to the executive leadership team
• Develop, implement, and train on planning procedures - both standard and project-specific - in accordance with Scheduling Department procedures
• Ensure compliance with scheduling procedures for preparing and maintaining baseline schedules
• Coach project teams by tutoring and guiding team members in scheduling and planning fundamentals, procedures, and best practices
• Implement and train on planning tools and systems, including company-standard and industry-standard tools such as Primavera products or MS Project
• Facilitate collaborative planning sessions with the DOC project team, subcontractors, designers, and stakeholders to gather input on sequencing, manpower, and durations as they relate to overall project milestones
• Support Last Planner® System implementation by working with project teams on the mechanics and setup of the Last Planner® System, visual management, and related practices
• Coordinate across DOC departments as required, including the Innovation Group, Marketing, Preconstruction, Field Operations, and Estimating
• Partner with the Innovation Group (Catalyst) to understand how technology solutions can support Lean process improvement and to select the right solutions for each improvement opportunity
• Administer the P6 platform and be responsible for its ongoing maintenance
• Perform additional assignments as directed by your supervisor

Position Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent field experience

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role or related functions, plus the willingness to learn and continuously improve processes
• Minimum of 10 years of experience using Primavera P6, with working knowledge of Oracle P6 Enterprise Scheduling Software, including administrative functions
• Experience in building and heavy/civil projects is essential
• Detailed understanding of the requirements to develop, manage, and construct a $30–70 million project as a CM or GC in either or both heavy civil and building construction
• Excellent computer skills, with working knowledge of importing and exporting information into Primavera P6 using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project
• Hands-on experience implementing and using Lean Construction methodology
• Excellent interpersonal and demonstrated facilitation skills, including the ability to motivate and influence others, build effective relationships, and foster a positive and productive team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to apply appropriate communication techniques for various project stakeholders
• Strong listening skills, including the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically
• Creative and innovative approach to assignments, with flexibility and adaptability to handle multiple requests and sudden changes in priorities
• Ability to embrace and participate in change initiatives
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues
• Strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude
• P6 Cloud experience is a plus
• CM-Lean or Six Sigma certification is a plus
• Experience integrating schedules and BIM models using 4D tools is a plus
• PSP certification is a plus

DOC Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• ESOP – DOC is an employee owned organization
• FSA Account
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness & Wellness benefits