Work Plan Analyst

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

📋 Description

• Create, update, and sustain the integrated master schedule utilizing Microsoft Project.

• Collect, verify, and integrate schedule inputs from 15 or more workstream leaders.

• Monitor status, dependencies, and key deliverables across various releases.

• Oversee deadlines, highlight schedule discrepancies, and escalate risks or delays to project leadership.

• Produce and present schedule reports, summaries, and visual representations.

• Conduct schedule reviews and lead meetings with workstream leaders.

• Evaluate the impacts of changes in scope.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address scheduling conflicts and synchronize critical path activities.

• Assist in the adoption and enforcement of project management standards, templates, and processes.

• Ensure clear written communication regarding schedule updates, risks, and necessary actions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States; sponsorships are not available.

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Project for complex master schedules involving interdependent tasks and multiple releases or waves.

• Exceptional attention to detail in reviewing schedules and identifying inconsistencies, dependencies, and risks.

• Skills in stakeholder management, coordinating, and synthesizing updates from 15 or more workstream leaders.

• Capability to convert project and technical details into clear visuals and executive summary reports.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines, releases, and stakeholder commitments.

• Proactive communication and timely escalation of risks.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and navigate ambiguity.

• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving accountability.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A minimum of three years of experience in project scheduling, work plan management, or project coordination using Microsoft Project.

• Ability to regularly talk, hear, sit, stand, and use laptop technology for extended periods.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.; reasonable accommodations are available.

• Preferred: experience supporting Medicaid or health and human services transformation projects.

• Preferred: PMP or related certification, or demonstrated experience operating under a Project Management Plan.

• Preferred: familiarity with Microsoft Visio, Power BI, or similar tools.

• Preferred: experience in anticipating schedule risks, facilitating schedule workshops, adapting to evolving requirements, and supporting multi-wave or phased delivery.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company match.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Flexible work arrangements.