Master Scheduler - Remote

Lensa; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 106,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a PMO Master Scheduler to join their team. In this strategic role, you will create and manage project schedules that support government solicitations. Your experience with project management principles, particularly the PMP certification, along with expertise in Agile methodologies, will be crucial for success. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure alignment and quality of schedules, ultimately improving health outcomes for communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project scheduling.
• At least 3 years experience with System Development Life Cycle.
• Experience maintaining project schedules for government DDI projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality integrated schedules for winning new business.
• Review and audit project schedules for accuracy.
• Coordinate with capture managers and SMEs for schedule development.

Skills

Project Management

Scheduling

Data Analysis

Agile Methodologies

Change Management

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Experience in Project Scheduling

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

MS Visio

Job description

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, UnitedHealth Group, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum State Government Solutions is looking for a detail-oriented and strategic PMO Master Scheduler. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in crafting compelling, compliant schedules. This role will focus on two main areas:

1. The building of schedules/workplans in support of state government solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs).
2. Developing and managing the Integrated Project Schedule Center of Excellence (COE) to establish best practices, training, and audit programs to ensure schedule quality across the business.

Primary Responsibilities

Workplan/Schedules Development for Submission with RFP/RFI’s

• Coordinate with capture managers, SMEs, and team members to develop high-quality integrated schedules that support winning new business.
• Understand and define work strategies, aligning tasks with resources to achieve desired client outcomes reflected in the schedule.
• Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to manage schedule development effectively.
• Ensure major projects and program schedules are integrated across company functions.
• Ensure all schedules and contract deliverables comply with policies, customer, and industry standards.

Develop/Manage - Integrated Project Schedule Center of Excellence (COE)

• Develop and enforce scheduling standards and governance, including methodologies like Critical Path and Agile.
• Provide training and certification programs for schedulers and project managers to build organizational capacity in schedule management.
• Review and audit project schedules for accuracy and alignment with project goals.
• Monitor schedule performance across the portfolio and share lessons learned and best practices.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear pathways for success and development.

Required Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project scheduling, preferably in complex, multi-project environments
• At least 3 years of experience with the System Development Life Cycle, data analysis, and system requirements writing
• Experience maintaining project schedules for government DDI projects
• Strong understanding of project management principles (PMP required)
• Knowledge of Agile and Change Management related to scheduling
• Proficiency with MS Project, including task sequencing, resource allocation, and dependency management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience facilitating Joint Application Design (JAD) sessions
• Experience in Healthcare Information Exchange, EDI, or the Healthcare Industry
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and MS Visio

The salary range is $106,800 to $194,200 annually, based on full-time employment and various factors like location, education, and experience. Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentive programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions. The application deadline is at least 2 business days from posting, but may close earlier depending on applicant volume.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone. We are committed to equity, environmental responsibility, and addressing health disparities. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, requiring a drug test prior to employment.