Job Summary

Job Title: Mechanical Construction Scheduler

Location: Tempe, Arizona

SUMMARY

University Mechanical is seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Scheduler to join our team. This is a critical role responsible for the development and ongoing maintenance of project critical path schedules. Using Primavera P6, the Scheduler will create and manage resource-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for complex mechanical construction projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems across data center, semiconductor, industrial, and healthcare sectors. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting Project Managers by proactively identifying and addressing scheduling impacts and assisting in the resolution of field-related issues as they arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.

• Critical path schedule development and maintenance- Utilizing Primavera P6, develop and maintain resource-loaded Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for complex mechanical construction projects, including HVAC, process piping, and industrial systems. Responsibilities include:
  • Conduct constructability reviews with Foremen and Engineers to validate activity sequencing and durations
  • Evaluate client and General Contractor schedules to assess feasibility, identify sequencing conflicts, and mitigate potential bottlenecks
  • Develop and manage parallel workstreams for sheet metal, plumbing, and equipment installation while adhering to union jurisdictional requirements
  • Integrate procurement timelines for long-lead mechanical equipment (e.g., valves, chillers) into project schedules
  • Incorporate BIM coordination workflows and prefabrication processes into the master schedule
  • Establish and maintain standardized Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) templates for mechanical scopes
  • Implement earned value management (EVM) metrics to track installation productivity and labor performance
• Cross functional collaboration - Act as the central scheduling liaison across project teams to ensure alignment and execution efficiency:
  • Partner with Project Managers to coordinate mechanical milestones with overall project phasing
  • Collaborate with VDC Managers to align BIM deliverables with construction sequencing
  • Coordinate with prefabrication teams to synchronize production and delivery with field installation needs
  • Work with union representatives to forecast and plan skilled labor requirements (pipefitters, plumbers, sheet metal workers)
  • Interface with Owner Representatives during schedule reviews and progress meetings
  • Develop and deliver training for Superintendents to reinforce schedule adherence and best practices

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience developing and managing schedules for mechanical construction scopes (HVAC, piping, plumbing) on projects exceeding $10 million in value within a U.S.-based mechanical contracting environment
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, with a demonstrated portfolio of detailed, resource-loaded schedules for mechanical work
• Strong understanding of labor loading, manpower planning, and productivity analysis

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 software with a portfolio demonstrating clear and detailed breakdowns of the mechanical scopes of work
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other mechanical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software.
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.