Lead Scheduler

Fisk Electric Company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisk Electric Company, a Tutor Perini Company, seeks a Lead Scheduler to join our Houston, TX office. The role drives and implements internal scheduling tools, reviews 3–6 week look-ahead schedules, and reports project health to the team.

Travel is 25–50% locally to support electric construction projects. Requirements include 5+ years as a construction scheduler, electrical subcontractor experience, and proficiency in Primavera, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Excel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a construction scheduler.
• Experience working for an electrical subcontractor.
• Proficient in Primavera and MS Project; Bluebeam and Excel.
• Willingness to travel 25–50% locally.
• Ground-up construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and implement internal scheduling tools.
• Review and compare GC monthly schedules and 3–6 week look‑aheads.
• Update project health reports to the team and office.
• Develop scheduling requirements using contract baseline.
• Create QA/QC and commissioning scheduling against baseline.
• Incorporate change orders and perform time‑impact analysis.
• Identify risk using Excel, Word, Primavera, and MS Project.
• Interface with owners, contractors, and subs on progress.
• Compile schedule and progress reports (Actual vs Plan).
• Define primary/secondary/tertiary critical paths.

Skills

Primavera scheduling

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Excel

Organization

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Primavera scheduling systems

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

About Fisk Electric

Fisk Electric, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Lead Scheduler to join our office in Houston, TX.

About Fisk Electric: If it’s electric, Fisk Electric Company has it covered. Since 1913, Fisk has been one of the nation’s leading providers for the design, installation and maintenance of electrical systems, structured cabling applications, integrated electronic security systems, and building technology solutions. During our storied history, we have gained experience on virtually every building type or unusual site condition in every region of the United States as well as the Middle East, Spain, the Virgin Islands, and the Caribbean. From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, MGM Grand and City Center projects in Las Vegas, Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, Minute Maid Park in Houston and multiple airport expansions and data center projects.

Description

Extraordinary Projects Need Exceptional Talent.

The project scheduler is ultimately responsible for: Driving and implementing internal scheduling tools Performing reviews and comparisons of GC issued contract monthly schedules and 3 or 6 week look-ahead schedules. Updating/reporting to project team and office on project health and address any areas of concern monthly or as needed/required. Working with the project team to develop appropriate scheduling requirements utilizing the contract as baseline guidance, then adding other tasks according to the risk level for project. Helping develop QA/QC and Commissioning scheduling, utilizing the contract schedule as baseline. Incorporating change orders into baseline schedule and perform time impact analysis reporting and backup as needed. Identifying risk in weekly schedule comparison utilizing Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), along with both Primavera and Microsoft Project software. Interfacing with owners and contractors on project progress versus milestones. Compiling schedule and progress reports (Actual vs. Plan) Working with the project team to develop appropriate requirements. Defining primary, secondary, and tertiary critical path. Defining key milestone finish variance against the baseline schedule. 25-50% travel locally between Office/Jobsite locations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a role as construction scheduler.
• Experience working for an electrical subcontractor required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred but not required.
• Experience in Ground-up construction; Healthcare, Water and Wastewater experience.
• Experience at a GC or other subtrade.
• Experience with owner reps, general contractors and subcontractors involved with the project.
• Proficient in the use of Primavera scheduling systems.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Project scheduling systems.
• Proficient in Bluebeam and Excel.
• Ability to work positively and composed under time pressure and deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Possess demonstrated skill in identification and solving of problems in an individual and team structure.
• Excellent organization, communication, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment with co-workers, contractors, sub- contractors, and customers.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer