Master Scheduler in Indian Head, Maryland at Cruz Associates Inc

Scope of Performance: This position is that of an Master Scheduler, Indian Head Naval Surface Warfare Center, MD. This position will be full-time and onsite (40 hrs. weekly). Project Scheduler will develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules using Microsoft Project. The Scheduler will work closely with project managers, cross-functional teams, and leadership to ensure accurate timeline planning, risk identification, and schedule performance tracking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to learn and assist with scheduling and updating meetings as required for various project management teams
• Support and coordinate facility projects following strict scheduling guidelines
• Manage day-to-day operations to develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)

• Analyze data and statistics for recommendation on project and program activities
• Manage and maintain meeting minutes and action tracking to ensure efficient operations
• Ability to manage quality plans and reports for process improvements for data analysis and policy development
• Manage day-to-day operations and calendars to track progress and forecast impacts
• Ability to schedule risk analysis and mitigation strategies
• Work alongside process improvement teams to streamline production and energetic systems

Education and Experience – REQUIRED:

• U.S. Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years’ experience in project management, business, or related field
• Must have experience with Microsoft Project
• Vast knowledge in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to gain/maintain Secret Clearance
• Strong analytic skills in data analysis tools and software