Integrated Master Scheduler – VA Program

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Integrated Master Scheduler developing and maintaining the IMS for complex VA programs. Collaborating with project managers and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment to ensure schedule adherence.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex federal programs, utilizing Microsoft Project and incorporating Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Proficient in Earned Value Management (EVM) and project management principles to ensure compliance and effective performance tracking.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Integrated Master Schedule DevelopmentMicrosoft Project ProficiencyEarned Value Management (EVM)PMP or PMI-SP CertificationAgile and Waterfall Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Integrated Master ScheduleEarned Value ManagementProject Management PrinciplesCritical Path MethodSchedule Conflict ResolutionResource Constraint ManagementDependency TrackingSchedule Status ReportingDashboard GenerationSchedule Adherence

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectPMASJiraServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPMI-SP

Industry Keywords

Federal ProgramsVA PMASTMSAgile EnvironmentsSAFe

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for complex, multi-year VA programs using MS Project or equivalent tools
Coordinate inputs from multiple project managers, functional leads, and external partners to ensure accurate schedule alignment and dependency tracking
Identify and resolve schedule conflicts, resource constraints, and critical path risks
Conduct regular schedule status reviews with VA stakeholders and internal delivery teams
Support integrated project planning, Earned Value Management (EVM), and reporting to ensure schedule adherence and performance tracking
Generate and present schedule status reports, dashboards, and recommendations to senior leadership
Incorporate Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methods into scheduling as applicable
Ensure compliance with VA PMAS, TMS, and other federal delivery frameworks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience as a scheduler or project controls analyst on federal programs
Proficiency in Microsoft Project
Strong knowledge of project management principles (PMBOK, EVM, critical path method)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to obtain a Public Trust
PMP or PMI-SP certification (preferred)
Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments (preferred)
Familiarity with VA-specific tools such as PMAS, Jira, or ServiceNow (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Outstanding opportunity for significant growth
Challenging, fast-paced environment