Integrated Master Scheduling Specialist

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada; London; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is seeking an Integrated Master Scheduling Specialist to own the program master schedule for the LVM initiative. You will bring together engineering, procurement, and subcontract teams to ensure milestones align and programs progress with clarity.

You will develop, maintain and report on complex schedules using Microsoft Project, coordinate across sites and suppliers, and identify risks with mitigation plans to keep on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• University or College Degree.
• 3–5 years in materials planning, scheduling or project management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project for complex schedules.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience with change management.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills for analysis and reporting.
• Ability to travel (5% Canada/International).
• Proven problem solving and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the program master schedule.
• Integrate tasks, durations, dependencies and resources.
• Coordinate with suppliers, partners and internal teams.
• Monitor schedule progress and report on delivery timelines.
• Identify schedule risks and recommend mitigations.
• Generate daily/monthly schedule and production reports.
• Manage schedule changes using change management practices.
• Support master schedule demand across all program sites.

Skills

Materials planning

Scheduling

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Change management

Excel

PowerPoint

Written communication

Oral communication

Travel willingness

Education

University or College Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Description

As a member of The Power Team at GDLS-C, the

As a member of The Power Team at GDLS-C, the Integrated Master Scheduling Specialist will own the schedule that brings together teams, suppliers, and critical milestones - ensuring complex programs move forward with clarity and precision. This role provides the exciting opportunity to be at the centre of our Logistics Vehicle Modernization (LVM) Program delivery, working alongside a diverse, cross-functional team of seasoned Program, Engineering, and Subcontracts professionals who are passionate about excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Job Elements

• Utilize advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project tool to develop, integrate, maintain and analyze complex program master schedules.
• Development and management of a comprehensive program master schedule including project tasks, durations, dependencies, and assigned resources inclusive of all Customer, Partner and Internal work scope, in order to complete the project within a designated time frame
• Support master schedule demand requirements across all sites for the Program
• Coordinate schedules of Suppliers, Partners and Internal departments to ensure alignment
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the schedule to ensure the project is delivered on time
• Responsible for comprehending and identifying schedule risks or potential schedule slips and recommending improvements, mitigations, efficiencies, resolutions, etc
• Generate daily/ monthly reports as required
• Develop and maintain regular schedule and production performance reports
• Manage schedule changes using change management best practices and processes

Required Qualifications

• University or College Degree
• 3-5 years of materials planning, scheduling, and/or project management experience, including hands‑on experience developing and maintaining project schedules in Microsoft Project
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Project, including development and maintenance of complex integrated project schedules.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Experience with change management
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint, for schedule analysis, reporting, and presentation of program status.
• Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel (5% Canadian/International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or CMA designation, or working towards
• Automotive scheduling/planning experience
• Understanding of internal financial reporting and measurements
• Ability to travel and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport