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Selling Point:
As an Electrical Scheduler at RK Industries, you’ll play a critical role in driving the successful execution of complex electrical projects from planning through commissioning. Working closely with project managers and field leadership, your schedules will directly influence labor efficiency, milestone achievement, and risk mitigation. With RK’s in‑house capabilities, builder‑led culture, and investment in professional development, you’ll see your plans turn into built work—while growing your impact in a stable, family‑owned company known for quality and craftsmanship.
RK Company Overview
RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.
People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.
With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.
Position Summary:
As an Electrical Scheduler, you will collaborate with project managers, field leadership, and project teams to develop and maintain detailed schedules specific to electrical scopes of work. This includes planning, sequencing, and tracking activities such as underground, rough-in, trim, equipment setting, and final commissioning. You will play a critical role in aligning field execution with project milestones, ensuring labor efficiency, and proactively identifying and mitigating schedule risks.
Role Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project managers, electrical foremen, general contractors, and other trades to develop detailed project schedules specific to electrical work
- Develop and maintain resource-loaded schedules including:
- Electrical installation activities (underground, rough-in, trim, finish)
- Major milestones (energization, inspections, commissioning)
- Long lead equipment (switchgear, panels, transformers)
- Sequence electrical work in alignment with overall project schedules and other trades
- Integrate general contractor schedules with internal electrical schedules and identify conflicts or risks
- Track and update schedule progress, including percent complete and milestone status
- Analyze schedule impacts related to:
- Material delays
- Labor shortages
- Design changes or RFIs
- Provide weekly labor forecasts and manpower projections to support field operations
- Work closely with field leadership to validate schedule accuracy and feasibility
- Participate in weekly project meetings to review progress and upcoming work
- Identify opportunities for schedule acceleration or recovery strategies
- Support documentation for project reviews, claims, or risk mitigation
- Assist in improving planning and scheduling practices across electrical teams
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in construction scheduling, with strong electrical project experience
- Advanced knowledge of electrical construction sequencing, including coordination with other trades
- Proficient user of scheduling software (Primavera P6, Oracle Primavera Cloud, etc.
- Deep understanding of: Critical Path Method (CPM)
- Ability to:
- Develop complex, resource-loaded schedules
- Analyze delays and recommend mitigation strategies
- Lead scheduling discussions with project teams and stakeholders
- Experience forecasting labor needs and supporting field productivity
- Ability to mentor junior schedulers or project staff
- Strong understanding of:
- Switchgear and equipment lead times
- Inspection and energization sequencing
- Demonstrates advanced problem-solving, foresight, and decision-making
Minimum Physical Requirements:
- Frequent sitting, standing, and walking in office and occasional field environments
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and virtually
- Manual dexterity for computer and office equipment use
- Close vision required for detailed computer work
- Occasional bending, reaching, or kneeling
- May be exposed to jobsite conditions when visiting field locations
- Must comply with all company policies and safety standards
- Consistent, reliable attendance required
- Primarily office-based in the Denver Metro Area with occasional travel to jobsites
- All employees are accountable for safety and empowered to stop unsafe work
What Sets RK Industries Apart
- Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
- Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
- Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
- Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
- Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law