Mechanical Construction Scheduler

About Us

From inception to commissioning and beyond, we offer complete mechanical contracting and energy services solutions. Our expertise includes design‑assist, HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, and process piping construction for semiconductor, data center, healthcare, biotech, water treatment, power generation, and other facilities.

Job Title: Mechanical Construction Scheduler

Location: Tempe, Arizona

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC) is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations and maintenance. UMEC is a full‑service mechanical contractor serving the western United States. UMEC is an industry leader in BIM technology, and innovative design‑assist services for complex mechanical systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and piping systems for commercial, institutional, high‑tech, industrial and military clients.

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.

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 work streams 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 (pipe fitters, 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

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience developing and managing…