Master Scheduler

ColonialWebb Contractors; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

ColonialWebb Contractors in Richmond, VA seeks a Master Scheduler/Capacity Planner to align customer demand with labor capacity and manufacturing constraints. You will operate without formal planning software, using structured Excel tools and disciplined processes, coordinating with Shop Operations, Field Teams, and Project Management.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in planning or production control and a Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing workflows and trade-based fabrication.
• Advanced Excel capabilities for labor modeling, scenario analysis, and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Manufacturing Production Scheduling System (MPSS) for all active work orders, fabrication packages, and projects.
• Translate backlog and incoming demand into a time-phased, trade-based production and release schedule.
• Sequence and prioritize fabrication work based on commitments, milestones, field needs, and material readiness.
• Continuously adjust schedules for priority changes, revisions, shortages, and disruptions.
• Develop and maintain capacity models by trade and identify bottlenecks and schedule risk.
• Recommend mitigations such as resequencing, overtime, or schedule realignment.
• Act as the single source of truth for schedule commitments and capacity visibility.
• Coordinate with team leads, trades, Field Teams, VDC, Procurement, and Engineering.
• Participate in production scheduling, project coordination, and field look-ahead meetings.
• Align sequencing with model completeness and field installation orders.

Skills

Trade-based manufacturing

Advanced Excel skills

Schedule without automated software

Cross-functional coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain or equivalent

Job description

Title: Master Scheduler/Capacity Planner

Reports to: Department: Manufacturing Classification: Non-Exempt Compensation: $85,000/yr.

Date Updated: July 2026

Summary: The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing the Manufacturing Production Scheduling System (MPSS) that aligns customer demand with labor capacity and manufacturing constraints in a trade-driven manufacturing environment. This role serves as the central planning authority across shop, field, project, and supply chain functions, ensuring fabrication work is sequenced, resourced, and released in alignment with project milestones and field installation requirements. Operating without formal planning software, the role relies on structured Excel-based tools, disciplined planning processes, and close coordination with Shop Operations, Field Teams, Inventory Planners, Fabrication Planners, Virtual Construction (VDC), and Project Management.

Core Values

This position will be expected to operate in line with ColonialWebb’s workplace values, which are: Safety: Makes the prevention of injuries and vehicle incidents his/her number one priority Integrity: Is truthful and honest in words and actions Empathy: Understands and appreciates his/her customers’ or teammates’ positions Urgency: Gives immediate attention to important tasks without compromising safety.

Essential Functions

• Own and maintain the Manufacturing Production Scheduling System (MPSS) for all active work orders, fabrication packages, and projects.
• Translate backlog and incoming demand into a time-phased, trade-based production and release schedule.
• Sequence and prioritize fabrication work based on customer commitments, project milestones, field installation requirements, trade availability, workflow constraints, and material readiness.
• Continuously adjust schedules to reflect priority changes, engineering and VDC revisions, material shortages, and labor disruptions.
• Develop and maintain capacity models by trade and identify bottlenecks, overloads, and schedule risk.
• Recommend mitigation actions including resequencing work, overtime, subcontracting support, or schedule realignment.
• Act as the single source of truth for manufacturing schedule commitments and capacity visibility.
• Coordinate closely with team leads, skilled trades, Inventory Planners, Fabrication Planners, Field Teams, VDC, Project Management, Procurement, and Engineering.
• Participate in production scheduling, project coordination, and field look-ahead meetings.
• Align fabrication sequencing with model completeness, inventory readiness, fabrication plans, and field installation order.

Additional Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Excel-based planning and capacity modeling tools.
• Establish and sustain planning cadences aligned with manufacturing execution and field look-ahead cycles.
• Define and refine planning assumptions using actual production performance.
• Support continuous improvement related to planning accuracy and schedule stability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of planning, scheduling, or production control experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of trade-based manufacturing and fabrication workflows.
  • Advanced Excel skills including labor modeling, scenario analysis, and dashboards.
  • Ability to plan effectively without automated scheduling software.
  • Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Ability to balance competing priorities and make decisions with incomplete data.

Work Location

Work location: ColonialWebb Manufacturing Shop

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand. Unscheduled overtime may be required, as necessary.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. See well (either naturally or with correction). Ability to wear personal protection equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, fall protection, safety shoes, high visibility vest, and others as required. All employees are expected to use good judgment while performing physical job requirements and aware of their own personal physical limitations. Heavy lifting above 80 lbs. requires pre-planning and the use of material lifting equipment or personnel assistance.

Company Overview

ColonialWebb stands as a prominent leader in the commercial and industrial mechanical and electrical contracting industry, boasting an unparalleled reputation in the region. Our dynamic business groups encompass Construction, Building Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. Catering to a diverse clientele, ranging from small enterprises to esteemed Fortune 500 companies, we have consistently delivered exceptional service. Our commitment to excellence is evident through our unmatched expertise and the comprehensive scope of services we offer. With a steadfast dedication to continuous improvement and innovation, we continue to set new industry standards. ColonialWebb se destaca como un líder prominente en la industria de la contratación mecánica y eléctrica comercial e industrial, con una reputación inigualable en la región. Nuestros dinámicos grupos de negocio abarcan Construcción, Servicios para Edificios, Refrigeración Industrial y Manufactura. Atendiendo a una clientela diversa, que va desde pequeñas empresas hasta prestigiosas compañías Fortune 500, hemos ofrecido consistentemente un servicio excepcional. Nuestro compromiso con la excelencia se refleja en nuestra experiencia incomparable y en el amplio alcance de los servicios que ofrecemos. Con una firme dedicación a la mejora continua y la innovación, seguimos estableciendo nuevos estándares en la industria.