Project Scheduler

ActioNet, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Scheduler, where you will play a crucial role in supporting innovative initiatives. This remote position requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders to design and deploy complex systems within an Agile framework. You will manage schedules, integrate data from multiple sources, and contribute to strategic planning, ensuring project success. With a commitment to community and exceptional performance, this organization values your input and offers a supportive culture for professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Community Engagement Initiatives

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project scheduling with a focus on Agile methodologies.
• Strong proficiency in project management principles and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage an Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS) for various projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Scheduling

Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Professional

MS Project

Azure DevOps

Rally

Jira

Job description

ActioNet has an opportunity for a Project Scheduler requiring a Public Trust clearance. This position is REMOTE/WFH, and the candidate must be located in the Washington, D.C. metro area, as they may need to visit the client 5-8 times a year. You will contribute to the mission success of various stakeholders by supporting an innovative initiative that involves the design, development, testing, and deployment of an exciting and complicated system in an Agile framework. In this role, you will be expected to provide a collaborative approach to gathering essential data from many sources and multiple customers across the program office and displaying it in a relevant manner to enable evaluation and decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. You will be responsible for developing and managing an Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS) and integrating data from multiple sources.
2. Assist with developing and monitoring strategic plans, and build and maintain project management plans addressing scope, resources, cost, schedule, performance metrics, program management approach, technical delivery approach, and security.
3. Strategically work together with cross-functional teams to provide innovative, customer-focused experiences.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field.
2. Minimum of six (6) years of Project Scheduler experience.
3. Proficient in applying project management principles to developing extensive, complex schedules.
4. Experience maintaining several schedules at any given time for various projects in various stages.
5. Experience working closely with a Project Management Office (PMO) to contribute to processes for continuous improvement.
6. Experience establishing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and baseline schedules with task networking, resource loading and leveling, schedule status, performance tracking, and critical path reporting and analysis.
7. Proficient in Project Management methodologies and industry best practices.
8. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to quality.
9. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
10. An understanding and use of SAFE / Agile methodologies.
11. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional (Demonstrated competency with MS Project and other Agile tools such as Azure DevOps, Rally, or Jira).

Preferred:

1. Certification in Project Management.
2. Local to Washington, D.C. Region.

ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with solid qualifications and expertise in Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security and IT Managed Services. With 24+ years of stellar past performance, ActioNet is the premier Trusted Innogrator!

Why ActioNet?

1. We are committed to giving back to our Community, helping others, and making the world a better place for the next generation.

ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for the tenth year (2014 - 2023). We have a 98% Customer retention rate. We are passionate about our customers' inspirational missions and entrust our employees and teams to deliver exceptional performance to enable our nation's safety, security, health, and well-being.

What's in It For You?

As an ActioNeter, you get to be part of an exceptional team and a corporate culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and communities. We give you the tools to succeed; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, energy, and desire to develop your skills, experience, and career. Are you ready to make a difference?

ActioNet is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

ActioNet Core Value #1 - Instill Integrity In Everything We Do