Scheduler L3

Synergy ECP; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Retirement

Education sponsorship

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Wellness benefit

Job summary

Synergy ECP seeks an experienced Scheduler to design and maintain detailed, resource-loaded schedules for implementation, development, and operations. You will coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, test, and quality control to ensure alignment with overall IMPs and the Master Program Schedule.

The role requires extensive scheduling experience, proficiency in MS Project or Primavera, and a track record of integrating diverse project timelines.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience as a Scheduler in complex programs.
• 2+ years managing schedules for engineering programs.
• Advanced MS Project or Primavera coursework completed.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement schedule management processes and procedures.
• Maintain and develop the Master Program/Project Schedule and integrate multiple schedules.
• Develop layered schedules and IMPs that reflect project progress and objectives.
• Facilitate weekly meetings and coordinate milestones across projects.

Skills

Schedule management

MS Project

Primavera

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business discipline

Master's degree substitution for experience

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Requirements

Synergy is looking for an experience

• Assist in defining and implementing schedule software (MS Project, Primavera, or specific program mandated software, etc.) management processes and procedures
• Implement schedule version control processes, policies and procedures
• Assist in maintaining and developing the environment for the overall Master Program/Project Schedule and or the integration of multiple project schedules into an overall Master Program Schedule
• Maintain the schedule product build, staging, testing, deployment and integration
• Define and implement schedule configuration management processes and procedures; such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrate those scripts with the schedule build process
• Develop schedule version control processes, policies and procedures and ensures that they are followed on development or operational schedule development and implementation projects
• Facilitate weekly meetings
• Provide recommendations to the program manager for allocation of management reserve to address resource/schedule constraints
• Coordinate a cross-walk of milestones and interdependencies among projects and/or functional areas (engineering, manufacturing, test, quality control, etc)

Requirements

Synergy is looking for an experience Scheduler to join our team. The Scheduler is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining detailed resource-loaded schedules for implementation, developmental and operational systems. Works with developmental and operational teams to develop detailed schedules and assists in keeping these schedules current. Uses or recommends automated tools such as MS Project, Primavera or program mandated software. Develops and or modifies project schedules and or the integration of multiple project schedules into an overall Master Program Schedule. Maintains the overall Master Program /Project Schedule. Links project schedules with the overarching program, Investment Portfolio, functional area and/or other Integrated Master Plans (IMPs). Provides hands‑on development of layered schedules and IMPs that address how an acquisition project is progressing and how that project contributes to overarching requirements and objectives. Maintains status on linkages and dependencies with related projects. Daily duties may include the following:

• Assist in defining and implementing schedule software (MS Project, Primavera, or specific program mandated software, etc.) management processes and procedures
• Implement schedule version control processes, policies and procedures
• Assist in maintaining and developing the environment for the overall Master Program/Project Schedule and or the integration of multiple project schedules into an overall Master Program Schedule
• Maintain the schedule product build, staging, testing, deployment and integration
• Define and implement schedule configuration management processes and procedures; such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrate those scripts with the schedule build process
• Develop schedule version control processes, policies and procedures and ensures that they are followed on development or operational schedule development and implementation projects
• Facilitate weekly meetings
• Provide recommendations to the program manager for allocation of management reserve to address resource/schedule constraints
• Coordinate a cross‑walk of milestones and interdependencies among projects and/or functional areas (engineering, manufacturing, test, quality control, etc)

Requirements

Requirs a TS/SCI with full scope polygraph

• Twelve (12) years experience as a Scheduler in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Shall have two (2) years of demonstrated experience managing a schedule for an engineering program involving hardware and software development and multiple sub-components using MS Project or Privavera.
• Shall have successfully completed an advanced level MS Project or Primavera course and demonstrated experience with MS Project and or Primavera.
• Certification for the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) and or Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) is desired.
• A master's degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience, reducing the requirement to ten (10) years of experience. Four (4) years of additional scheduling experience may be substituted in lieu of Bachelor's degree increasing the years of experience requirement to sixteen (16) years.

Synergy ECP, a platform company with Falfurrias Capital Partners, has a talented, dedicated staff to provide a broad range of services to the defense and intelligence industries. Our capabilities are focused on software engineering, cybersecurity, system engineering and IT services. Providing these services, Synergy ECP, has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple US government agencies and US military services. Synergy ECP possesses pertinent and highly valued credentials, specialized certifications, and clearance levels to secure our clients’ computer networks and information at a time when a premium is placed on cyber security. In an ultra‑competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to its name – making sure excellence is displayed by its Employees, to its Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP). We simply can’t have one without the other. It’s what sets us apart – enabling us to be an autonomous agile business that delivers huge results to meet the ever‑evolving demands of our customers.

Benefits

• Compensation: We offer highly competitive compensation so everyone can share in the growth of the company as we build its success together!
• Health & Retirement: We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K Retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health‑related benefits include an employee Gym wellness benefit.
• Education: Individual growth is a priority at Synergy. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company‑sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification needed to propel them towards the next level.
• Work/Life Balance: A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at Synergy, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything you want to develop in your personal life. We offer a generous Paid Time Off benefit and 11 paid holidays a year. Synergy also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.
• Great Corporate Facilities: Come by our corporate office and enjoy a weekly happy hour, take a drive to nearby restaurants, grab a snack or coffee in our café, or utilize our collaborative office space and conference rooms.

Synergy ECP was established in 2007 and its management team has over 30+ years of Department of Defense and Intelligence Community experience. Our leadership team and strong, determined staff are ready to embrace new challenges and continue as a driving force in our field.

Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.