Project Scheduler

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Apply diverse and intensive proficiency in the use of technical theories, practices, and company policies.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, engaging in diverse assignments within a collaborative/team setting across all levels of the organization.
• Build, monitor, analyze, and report on Microsoft Project Plans, adding value with experience and skills, and liaising with Project Managers and Management.
• Support project teams with understanding activities across multiple workstreams in a program.
• Manage dependencies within Program Plans to ensure Program Integration, identify issues, and suggest solutions.
• Conduct ongoing Plan Consolidation and Dissection in line with the Planning Cycle.
• Provide recommendations for key management reports from Plans.
• Manage Plan Tracking and Progress Reporting, producing and maintaining standard output reports.
• Assist Program Managers and Department Leads in creating and maintaining fully resourced, meaningful project plans according to customer standards.
• Perform resource leveling, future resource forecasting, and generate cost models based on plan contents.
• Work frequently with Microsoft Project (2007, 2010, 2013) and Microsoft Office 2013 suite.
• Work frequently with Jira.
• Perform other responsibilities in support of the program management office and other assigned tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Project planning, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency in utilizing PC and various planning software packages.
• Proficiency in utilizing Agile tools such as Jira and Big Gantt.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to perform in a leadership capacity on a project.
• Strong stakeholder management experience.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Big Gantt or similar Agile tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Support for employee wellbeing and growth opportunities.