P6 Scheduler

CBRE, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Job summary

CBRE DIRECTLINE in the United States is seeking a Senior Construction Scheduler to own and deliver comprehensive project controls for large data center initiatives.

The role requires expertise in Primavera P6 and CPM scheduling, with collaboration across PMs, engineers, procurement, and trades to ensure on-time hand-offs and milestone achievement.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of scheduling experience, strong analytical skills, and a track record of delivering complex data center projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with data center or mission-critical infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Familiarity with Power BI and Excel for KPI tracking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules from pre-construction through hand-off.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, procurement, and trades to validate sequencing.
• Create/update schedules for multiple scopes until lease signing.
• Analyze schedules to identify risks, delays, and acceleration opportunities.
• Lead schedule review meetings with updates, forecasts, and KPIs.
• Track KPIs and forecast project health and progress.
• Integrate subcontractor and vendor schedules into the master schedule.
• Support change orders, scope changes, and delay analyses.
• Adhere to client scheduling standards and continuous improvement.
• Assist clients with scheduling using P6 EPPM tools.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

CPM scheduling

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

Position: Sr. Construction Scheduler/ P6

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Scheduler to join our team to support scheduling as a project controls function on a large-scale data center project. The ideal individual will have a proven track record of successfully delivering construction project control services.

What You Will Do

• Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive integrated master schedules for data center projects from pre-construction through construction hand-off.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement, cost managers, and trade partners to gather input, validate sequencing, and ensure schedule feasibility.
• Create and update multiple schedules for a variety of potential scopes for any given project, until lease signing.
• Conduct detailed schedule analysis to identify potential risks, delays, and opportunities for acceleration or optimization.
• Proactively implement recovery strategies and mitigation plans to maintain project milestones and contractual obligations.
• Facilitate and lead schedule review meetings, presenting updates, forecasts, and critical path analyses to internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project health, progress trends, and forecasting accuracy.
• Integrate subcontractor and vendor schedules into the master project schedule, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
• Support project controls functions including progress measurement, earned value analysis, and delay impact assessments.
• Provide schedule input for change orders, scope modifications, and claims analysis, ensuring accurate documentation and justification.
• Help establish and ensure adherence to client’s scheduling standards, tools, and best practices, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist clients with scheduling utilizing P6 EPPM scheduling tools.
• Support a dynamic and flexible client team that is on the cutting edge of data center development.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Proficiency in scheduling software, specifically Primavera P6 and knowledge of Microsoft Project,
• Strong understanding of preconstruction and construction sequencing, work breakdown structures, critical path method (CPM,) and best scheduling practices.
• Experience with data center construction or mission-critical infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Excel, and other reporting tools for KPI tracking and dashboard creation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project scheduling, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-tech environments with aggressive timeliness.
• PMP, AACE PSP, PMI-SP, or equivalent certification is a plus.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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