Strategic EVM Project Scheduler: IMS Master Plan Expert

Akima; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is seeking a skilled Project Scheduler with expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and resource-loaded schedules to manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). The role collaborates with the PM, EV Manager, CAMs, and contractors to ensure on-time delivery of milestones and program objectives.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain IMS baselines, perform schedule risk analyses, ensure traceability, and support EVM integration using Cobra.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project scheduling with a focus on Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Strong experience with schedule development, analysis, tracking, and reporting using scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Cobra, Deltek Acumen Fuse, SSI Tools, Milestones Professional).
• Expertise in managing and revising Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and understanding of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Knowledge of vertical and horizontal traceability within project schedules.
• Strong analytical skills to identify schedule impacts and recommend corrective actions.
• Proficient with schedule management tools (e.g., MS Project, Cobra, Open Plan, or similar).
• DoD and DCMA 14-Point IMS Assessment experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Responsibilities

• Develop, Maintain and Revise the Integrated Master Plan (IMP) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Develop and maintain schedule baselines.
• Revise the IMP/IMS based on contract negotiations, internal changes, and updated deliverables or major reviews.
• Modify, revise, and maintain intermediate summary and program schedules.
• Review and monitor CA and subcontractor schedules, analyzing their impact on the IMS during baseline development and execution, addressing discrepancies as needed.
• Send monthly status to the CAMs and incorporate into the IMS (MS Project).
• Analyze schedule status impacts on the overall program.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to develop corrective action plans to address schedule delay or issues.
• Ensure all activities support contract-level milestones outlined in the IMP.
• Performs a schedule risk assessment on the remaining work.
• Review and monitor CAM and subcontractor schedule inputs, analyzing their impact on the IMS baseline and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Ensure both vertical traceability across all tiers of the IMS, ensuring all activities are aligned with program scope, goals and objectives.
• Ensure horizontal dependency of key program activities is tracked by schedule links
• Track key program activities using schedule links to ensure horizontal dependencies are maintained.
• Work with the EVM Analyst to incorporate the IMS and resource data into the EVM System (Cobra) for the entire scope of work.
• Ensure timely and accurate distribution of schedule information to the relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between PM, CAMs, subcontractors, and other key personnel to ensure alignment on schedule updates and changes.

Skills

EVM integration

IMS scheduling

MS Project

Cobra

Deltek Acumen Fuse

Schedule analysis

Traceability

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

MS Project

Cobra

Deltek Acumen Fuse

SSi Tools

Milestones Professional

Open Plan

Job description

Pinnacle Solutions, an Akima company, is seeking a skilled Project Scheduler with expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and resource-loaded schedules to manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). The role collaborates with the PM, EV Manager, CAMs, and contractors to ensure on-time delivery of milestones and program objectives.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain IMS baselines, perform schedule risk analyses, ensure traceability, and support EVM integration using Cobra.