Software Project Planner / Scheduler

Advastar, Inc. | Recruiting & Staffing provided pay range This range is provided by Advastar, Inc. | Recruiting & Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $70.00/hr - $90.00/hr Construction, Engineering & Skilled Trades | Recruiting & Staffing We’re seeking a dedicated IT project scheduling expert for enterprise technology initiatives. If you excel at orchestrating complex timelines for software and digital transformations, this long-term remote opportunity offers an impact in a forward-thinking industry. $70-$90/hour, based on experience W2 Contract position Long-term contract, 2-3+ years 40-45 hour per week Fully remote (working CST time zone) Responsibilities: Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules for IT/software initiatives, including integrated master schedules across multiple workstreams. Identify dependencies across applications, integrations, and technical teams. Monitor schedule progress, update activities, and provide performance analysis. Offer insights on risks, delays, and critical path impacts. Produce milestone updates, dashboards, and schedule reporting for leadership. Support Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies in a PMO environment. Qualifications: 5+ years in IT project scheduling, enterprise applications, or digital transformations (technology focus required; no construction backgrounds). Proficient in MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet, or similar tools. Strong knowledge of IT methodologies (Agile, SCRUM, SDLC, DevOps, Hybrid). Excellent communication for conveying complex schedules to diverse audiences. PMO or multi-project experience preferred. Keywords: IT project scheduling, software development scheduler, enterprise system integrations, Agile scheduling, Waterfall project planning, dependency mapping, critical path analysis, MS Project expert, Primavera scheduler, Smartsheet proficiency, digital transformation scheduling, PMO portfolio management, SDLC timelines, DevOps workflows, risk assessment scheduling. EEO Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Strategy/Planning, Project Management, and Information Technology Industries Electric Power Generation and Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr