Master Scheduler

Description

• Creates, implements, and maintains a master schedule for all contract operations and construction activities.
• Serves as the principal manager responsible for the scheduling of facilities operations and construction activities performed at NGA Washington facilities and grounds.
• Resolves scheduling conflicts and works with contract staff and the client to resolve unforeseen delays - addresses issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption.
• Analyzes service requirements, production specifications and workforce capacity data to optimize scheduling.
• Keeps accurate documentation and when necessary, performs analysis of activities and processes to improve contract performance.
• Oversees product and service delivery procedures to identify any deviations from quality standards; recommends and/or implements corrective action such that products and services meet or exceed expectations.
• Working closely with the client, gains an understanding of their needs and requirements and communicates them and the appropriate performance standards to the contract staff and supporting vendors.
• Coordinates operations workflow for one or multiple lines of services or products.
• Works closely with the production and operations management teams to set priorities and manage conflicts.
• Devises ways to improve the full spectrum of the base operations and services service delivery process to ensure high-quality goods and services are delivered on time and within cost.
• Pro-actively seeks feedback from clients, attends meetings, submits reports, and assists both internal and external auditors and inspectors.
• Monitors jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget.
• Determines manpower, equipment, and materials needed to fulfill contract requirements and activities.
• Establishes and maintains an effective relationship with the customer to achieve a mutually beneficial business relationship.

Requirements

• Highly developed leadership, management, supervisory, interpersonal, analytical and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Successful completion of an advanced Microsoft Project course. Certification as a Microsoft Project Professional is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a scheduler in programs and contracts of similar size, scope and complexity
• A minimum of 1 year of experience scheduling construction activities or facilities operations.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a technical or business related fieldÂ
• Industry recognized certification in Program and/or Project of Facility Management (e.g. Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), etc.) is desired.
• Strong technical knowledge of facilities maintenance and construction operations, including complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, structural systems, vertical transportation and data center operations, is highly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a diverse and dynamic environment with short-notice tastings and under high-pressure situations.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience using Microsoft Project software. Experience with other industry recognized project management software - e.g. Primavera, Smartsheet, Autodesk, etc. - is a plus.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance