Scheduler – VFMP Modernization

Aptive; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal consulting firm is hiring a Scheduler responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule for modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in project management, at least 5 years of scheduling experience, and is proficient with scheduling tools like MS Project. Excellent communication skills are vital for tracking schedule performance and coordinating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in scheduling large-scale federal or enterprise projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Integrated Master Schedule for the VFMP modernization portfolio.
• Coordinate scheduling across multiple workstreams and contractors.
• Track schedule performance, progress, risks, and variances.

Skills

Project scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Schedule performance tracking

Budget alignment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Scheduling tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for the VFMP Modernization portfolio. This role ensures that all projects within the modernization effort are synchronized, dependencies are tracked, milestones are met, and leadership has visibility into schedule performance. The Scheduler plays a critical role in risk identification, timeline optimization, and communication across a complex set of modernization initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery of mission-critical capabilities to Veterans, beneficiaries, and providers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for the VFMP modernization portfolio using MS Project or similar tools.
• Coordinate scheduling across multiple workstreams and contractors, identifying dependencies, milestones, and critical paths.
• Track schedule performance, progress, risks, and variances; provide regular reports and recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with portfolio, project, and technical teams to update and maintain schedule accuracy as project requirements evolve.
• Support executive decision-making by providing schedule analytics, forecasts, and what-if scenario planning.
• Align schedules with budget, resource, and scope considerations to ensure program objectives are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience scheduling large-scale federal or enterprise technology programs.
• Proficiency with MS Project or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Strong understanding of portfolio and project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Desired Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-SP, or similar project scheduling certification.
• Experience with federal government projects, especially VA or healthcare modernization efforts.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and program performance reporting.

About Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation.

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day.

Founded: 2012Employees: 300+ nationwide

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.