Master Scheduler

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create, sustain, and oversee intricate integrated master schedules (IMS) for various projects and programs.

• Construct project schedules based on work breakdown structures (WBS), project plans, and program specifications.

• Set up logical task sequencing, predecessor/successor relationships, dependencies, milestones, constraints, and resource allocations.

• Uphold schedule integrity through consistent validation, quality assurance, and configuration management practices.

• Conduct analyses of the critical path, float, schedule variance, and trends to pinpoint potential risks and impacts on project execution.

• Formulate and maintain schedule baselines, documenting approved schedule modifications.

• Facilitate schedule status reviews with project managers, functional managers, and leadership.

• Generate executive-level schedule reports, dashboards, and briefings.

• Recognize schedule risks and propose mitigation strategies.

• Ensure schedule alignment with organizational priorities, resource availability, and program goals.

• Offer expert advice on Microsoft Project capabilities, scheduling methodologies, and best practices.

• Create standardized scheduling processes, templates, and reporting systems.

• Educate project managers and team members on scheduling techniques and the use of Microsoft Project.

• Assist in project planning, resource forecasting, and portfolio-level scheduling initiatives.

• Coordinate schedule integration across multiple projects to identify interdependencies and resource conflicts.

• Ensure adherence to organizational scheduling standards, policies, and contractual obligations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

• Significant experience in developing and managing complex project schedules.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Project.

• Experience in managing integrated master schedules for large, complex programs.

• Proven ability to analyze schedule performance and effectively communicate findings to senior leadership.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.