Manuel Cardenas Landeros
Stratolaunch
Bakersfield,CA
2
Languages
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
Results-driven Master Scheduler with 20 years in project scheduling and management. Developed complex project logic networks while leading scheduling teams and utilizing Microsoft Project for program management. Managed timelines across multiple projects, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining quality. Bilingual in Spanish and English, facilitating effective communication in diverse environments.
Work History
Staff Program Scheduler
6 Months- Developed integrated master schedules supporting program milestones, dependencies, and critical path analysis.
- Coordinated schedule inputs across engineering, test, supply chain, and operations teams.
- Maintained schedule baselines, updates, and forecast revisions using scheduling software and Excel.
- Analyzed schedule variances and flagged risks affecting launch readiness and program execution.
- Facilitated cross-functional reviews to align deliverables, constraints, and recovery actions.
- Produced schedule reports and status briefings for leadership and stakeholder decision-making.
- Improved scheduling workflows to strengthen accuracy, transparency, and cross-team alignment.
- Reduced scheduling conflicts by diligently monitoring project timelines and identifying potential issues in advance.
- Assisted in risk mitigation efforts by proactively identifying potential bottlenecks or delays within the project schedule.
- Established strong communication channels, ensuring timely updates to all stakeholders involved in the program.
- Implemented a centralized scheduling system that improved information accessibility for all team members involved in the program.
- Ensured compliance with established guidelines, policies, and procedures by conducting regular audits of scheduling practices across the organization.
- Contributed to successful project completion by closely monitoring progress and adjusting schedules as needed.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining scheduling processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Championed a culture of accountability and ownership within the team, leading to improved adherence to project timelines and commitments.
- Promoted transparency through diligent documentation of schedule changes, justifications, and impacts on overall timelines.
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of industry trends, tools, and methodologies related to program scheduling practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
Senior Program Scheduler
2 Years 9 Months- Developed and maintained project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines
- Identified critical path activities and dependencies to ensure timely completion of projects
- Tracked project progress, identifying delays or issues to facilitate timely resolutions
- Adjusted schedules to accommodate changes in resources or priorities, ensuring project timelines remained achievable
- Collaborated with project managers to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
- Conducted regular meetings with project teams to review schedule status and address any concerns
- Generated reports and dashboards to visualize project schedules and key milestones
- Created reports and dashboards visualizing project schedules and key milestones, improving stakeholder understanding
- Coordinated program schedules across cross-functional teams to align milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
- Maintained integrated master schedule, updating task sequencing and critical path changes for accurate forecasting.
Principal Scheduling Manager
2 Years 2 Months- Analyze project schedules to determine the critical path and evaluate schedule risks and develop what-if scenarios, workarounds and recovery plans to minimize impacts to the project schedule.
- Analyze project schedules to determine the critical path and evaluate schedule risks and develop what-if scenarios, workarounds and recovery plans to minimize impacts to the project schedule.
- Develop project logic networks and estimate, analyze, and validate activity sequencing, durations, resource requirements, constraints and logical WBS development.
- Prepare and maintain a Schedule Management Plan which defines the requirements for schedule planning, monitoring, and control.
- Developed and maintained project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software
- Collaborated with project managers to clarify project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment across teams
- Generated reports and dashboards to enhance visibility of project schedules and key milestones, aiding decision-making
- Analyzed historical data to identify trends and improve future scheduling accuracy
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines
- Trained team members on scheduling tools and techniques, increasing team capability and consistency in project execution
- Led regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss upcoming demands, resolve scheduling conflicts, and address any issues or concerns
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery rate, lead time variance, and schedule adherence to drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Directed integrated master scheduling across programs, ensuring alignment with contract milestones and operational priorities.
- Developed detailed schedules using Microsoft Project and Excel to support planning, tracking, and resource coordination.
Maintenance Sr. Planner/Scheduler
1 Year- Prepare and distribute the schedule including any required updates. Monitor and report on progress of work and any problems that affect the planned schedule.
- Contributed to development of working schedules by estimating as required before proposal date, illustrating sequence of work activities and contract time.
- Maintain master schedule for each project and identify and record the impact of work performed and not performed as scheduled.
- Consult the appropriate project team members and estimating procedures as a means of ensuring that proper planning is completed prior to the commencement of work.
- Provide information as needed on the content, modification, or presentation of project schedule and work with Project Managers to modify schedule as needed.
- Led master planning activities to align supply, demand, and resource capacity.
- Coordinated cross-functional schedules to resolve conflicts and maintain workflow continuity.
- Monitored schedule adherence and adjusted plans to address changing business needs.
- Mentored planners on scheduling standards, reporting practices, and exception handling.
- Coordinated discipline leads to validate sequencing, milestones, and critical path dependencies.
- Developed integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 to support construction planning and execution.
- Monitored schedule progress and flagged variances affecting forecast dates and resource commitments.
- Prepared look-ahead plans to align field activities, procurement, and subcontractor readiness.
- Analyzed schedule impacts from changes, constraints, and delays to support recovery planning.
Lead Project Scheduler
5 Years 9 Months- Build and Maintain Project Schedules using Microsoft Project.
- Monitored updates to the critical path for project schedules.
- Keep records of all documents regarding Projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
- Created reports and dashboards to clearly visualize project schedules and highlight key milestones.
- Analyzed historical data to identify trends and improve future scheduling accuracy
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines
- Educated team members on scheduling tools and techniques to enhance overall project execution.
Scheduling Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Logged all pumping units dispatched to job locations for accurate tracking and accountability.
- Streamlined communication between drivers, warehouse staff, and customers through the use of mobile applications or messaging platforms
- Planning of Job tasks on MS Project.
- Developed job task plans to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries, resolving issues or concerns related to deliveries or pick-ups
- Input data regarding orders, deliveries, and driver logs into computer software systems to maintain organized records.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing exceptional service experiences during interactions over the phone or email
- Assisted in training new dispatchers on standard operating procedures (SOPs) for effective coordination of logistics operations
- Streamlined communication between drivers, warehouse staff, and customers using mobile applications and messaging platforms for improved coordination.
- Coordinated daily schedules for field operations, aligning labor, equipment, and service priorities.
- Maintained accurate planning data in ERP systems to support timely dispatch and job execution.
Planner Specialist
5 Years 10 Months- Developed and maintained project schedules to accurately represent tasks, dependencies, and milestones, facilitating effective project execution
- Developed and maintained project schedules, ensuring accurate representation of tasks, dependencies, and milestones
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability
- Supported program manager in developing program plans by providing insights on schedule feasibility and constraints, enhancing planning accuracy
- Identified opportunities for optimizing resource utilization through effective scheduling techniques
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings to review project timelines and updates, proactively addressing scheduling conflicts to ensure alignment
- EXPERIENCE
- Developed project schedules aligning crews, materials, permits, and subcontractor availability.
- Coordinated daily work plans to maintain workflow continuity across active construction sites.
Education
Bachelor's - Business Management & Economics
Skills
Project scheduling
Project management
Program Management
Project Planning
Scope management
Schedule Management
Critical path analysis
Timeline management
Process Improvement
Advanced Scheduling Tools
Milestone Pro (6 years)
Microsoft Excel
MicroDue date trackingct
Visio
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Powerpoint
Data Analysis
Systems analysis
Staff coordination
Timeline coordination
Leadership
Timeline verification
Computer literacy
Oil and gas
Aerospace Industry Knowledge
Strong work ethic
Teamwork and collaboration
Communication skills
Verbal communication
Relationship management
Microsoft Office
Computer literacy
Relationship management
Verbal communication
Certification
- Secret Security Clearance
- Business communication
- Licensed MS Suit Software Advanced
- Trained by NASA Alumni on Aerospace Program Scheduling
- Certified OSHA, 30HR Certified
Languages
Spanish - Fluent
English - Fluent
Timeline
Staff Program Scheduler
Stratolaunch
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Senior Program Scheduler
Stratolaunch
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Principal Scheduling Manager
ASRC Federal-Edwards
12.2021 - 02.2024Read More
Maintenance Sr. Planner/Scheduler
Ledcor-Reno
12.2020 - 12.2021Read More
Lead Project Scheduler
Braun Electric Company-Bakersfield
09.2014 - 06.2020Read More
Scheduling Specialist
Baker Hughes-Bakersfield
03.2012 - 12.2013Read More
Planner Specialist
Felix Aerospace Logistics Company-Bakersfield
03.2006 - 01.2012Read More
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor's from Business Management & Economics
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Additional Information
References available upon request.
Personal Information
- Title: Experienced Master Scheduler
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer