Develop, maintain, and analyze highly complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and Integrated Master Plans (IMP) for large IT programs
Apply Critical Path Methodology (CPM) to identify dependencies, calculate float, and expose schedule bottlenecks
Establish, manage, and maintain schedule baselines; conduct detailed variance analysis against the baseline
Identify schedule-related risks and incorporate contingencies and mitigation strategies
Produce accurate schedule forecasts, performance metrics, and executive-level status reports with clear insights and impacts
Demonstrate advanced expertise in Microsoft Project, including Professional and Project Online/Server
Develop complex custom fields, formulas, graphical indicators, filters, groups, and outline codes
Manage multi-project environments, including linking multiple schedules and maintaining master project structures
Build sophisticated custom reports, dashboards, and visualizations within MSP or via integration with Excel, PowerPoint, or Power BI
Troubleshoot MSP performance problems, data integrity issues, and file corruption
Implement MSP best practices for schedule structure, logic, and maintenance
Export/import MSP data and build macros or scripts (e.g., VBA) to automate processes or integrate with external systems (e.g., Excel, SharePoint, Jira, Azure DevOps)
Apply deep understanding of IT project methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid) to build accurate and aligned schedules
Translate complex technical requirements and software development processes into detailed schedule activities
Develop schedules for system integration efforts, including data migration, API development, testing cycles (SIT, UAT), and deployment
Support scheduling for infrastructure rollouts, software releases, and patching cycles
Map intricate dependencies across technical teams, system components, and external system interactions
Conduct detailed "what-if" analyses to evaluate alternative paths, assess impacts, and recommend recoveries or optimizations
Identify schedule deviations and propose creative, data-driven solutions to maintain project momentum
Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies
Deliver clear, concise communications on schedule status, risks, and impacts to technical teams, PMs, and executive leadership
Facilitate schedule reviews, negotiate duration and dependency inputs, and build stakeholder consensus
Work collaboratively across PMO, engineering, development, and operations teams

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of progressive experience in Project Scheduling and/or a master scheduler using Microsoft Project
3+ years of direct project experience working in system integrated delivery management environment using the Server version of Microsoft Project Scheduler
Experience building, managing, and analyzing complex IT program schedules
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-engagement skills
Must be able to obtain a Position of Trust and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring the completion of detailed forms and fingerprinting

Benefits

A variety of medical plan options
Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
A 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness
An additional 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Integrated Master SchedulesIntegrated Master PlansCritical Path Methodologyvariance analysisschedule forecastingMicrosoft ProjectVBAAgileScrumWaterfall

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunication skillsstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingcollaborationnegotiationcreative thinkingrisk managementdetail-orientedleadership