Job Summary
The Program Scheduler is responsible for leading the development of the company's project and program development schedules in support of Program management and product development projects. The role is critical as a lead position for execution of DoD funded projects especially those programs that require resource loaded schedules and Earned Value Management. The position will interface with Project Finance and Program Management in the development of process and procedures for developing DoD compliant program schedules.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with and continued improvement of company processes, procedures, and systems compliant to:
- DoD Integrated Master Plan and Integrated Master Schedule Preparation and Use Guide (10/21/15)
- MIL-STD-881
- DI-MGMT-81861A, the DoD EVMS Interpretation Guide (2/18/15)
- DoD IPMR Implementation Guide (2/5/16)
- DCMA-EA PAM 200.1
- Undertake lead responsibilities for the development Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development, monitoring and control on large complex Combat Vehicle development programs with require the implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM) or EVM principles and practice.
- Lead the execution of Program Management Baseline (PMB) changes through a Baseline Change process.
- Lead training and provide assistance to Cost Account Managers (CAM) within the Integrated Project Team (IPT) in the development of resource loaded schedules, quantifiable back-up data, and performance.
- Communicate schedule status, orally and in writing, to internal and external stakeholders.
- Perform Critical Path and Schedule Risk Analysis and communicate status.
- Assist Program Management by supporting the preparation of reports to assist in the management of projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting or Business Administration
- 10+ years of professional experience
- 5+ years experience in DoD Contract Program Scheduling
- Experience using Scheduling Software (MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, Primavera)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and/or Project Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Certification
- Expert knowledge of scheduling basics and best practices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of EVM metrics and best practices.
- Ability to anticipate, plan and adapt to changing conditions.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Occasional international travel may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to speak German desired
- PMP Certification
