Mechanical Construction Scheduler

About the role

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services. UMEC specializes in mechanical contracting and energy services for various sectors including semiconductor, data center, healthcare, biotech, water treatment, power generation, and more.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.
• Expert 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

• 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.
• 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.