Senior Scheduler (Construction- Primavera P6)

Posting Title: Senior Scheduler

Reports To: Scheduler Manager

Location: San Jose, CA

Salary Range: $105,000 to $140,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE

Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE PRODUCTION TEAM

The Production Team is responsible for overseeing Cupertino Electric’s Field workforce, ensuring that all projects are executed with the high standards of safety, productivity, scheduling, quality and cost control. Our team is dedicated to operational excellence, maintaining tight control over project execution from start to finish. We take pride in developing and deploying the best Field Managers in the industry, leaders who drive performance, uphold standards, and deliver successful project outcomes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) schedules across a portfolio of projects using industry-standard tools such as Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera P6. This role serves as a key resource in aligning project execution with strategic schedule performance goals. The Senior Scheduler works closely with field leadership, project management teams, and corporate scheduling staff to ensure accurate and resource-loaded Critical Path Methodology (CPM) schedules are developed and maintained from project planning through close-out. This position plays a critical role in schedule impact analysis, performance reporting, and continuous schedule improvement based on corporate standards.

• Serve as the primary scheduling contact for assigned projects, collaborating with Field Supervision, Project Management, and other stakeholders to develop and manage project schedules.

• Develop and maintain resource- and cost-loaded CPM schedules in Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera P6 per CEI standards.

• Lead project lifecycle scheduling efforts including planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out phases.

• Monitor schedule performance through earned value management (EVM) tools and provide analytics and reporting that track progress against baseline schedules.

• Conduct schedule reviews, variance analysis, and impact assessments due to delays or changes in project scope.

• Update project schedules weekly to reflect current progress and maintain baseline vs. as-built comparisons.

• Generate CEI-standard schedule reports and dashboards that communicate KPIs, trends, and forecasted outcomes to project and corporate leadership.

• Identify scheduling process deviations and provide recommendations for mitigation and improvement.

• Participate in job walks, planning meetings, and internal scheduling reviews to ensure proactive management of project timelines.

• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor for more junior scheduling staff; may provide guidance on best practices, tools, and processes.

ABOUT YOU

• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling principles and Critical Path Methodology (CPM).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Projects and/or Primavera P6 scheduling platforms.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and trends to drive project decisions.

• High level of competence in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and reporting techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.

• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while managing multiple projects and priorities.

• Familiarity with Lean Construction and continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: PMI-SP, PSP, or other relevant scheduling certifications are a plus but not required.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of construction scheduling or project controls experience, with at least 2 years using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Projects in an EPC or large-scale infrastructure environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & TRAVEL

• This position may require periodic travel to job sites and corporate offices for meetings, job walks, and on-site schedule reviews.

• Must be able to work in both office and field environments as required by project needs.

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CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.