Project Scheduler- Newport, RI Jobs

Project Scheduler

Serco is seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Project Scheduler to support complex undersea warfare programs. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated master schedules (IMS) across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with program objectives, milestones, and Department of Defense (DoD) standards. This role requires close collaboration with program managers, engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate schedule forecasting, risk identification, and performance tracking. This position is contingent upon the availability to obtain/maintain/transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance. In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for multiple programs and projects
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and functional leads to define scope, timelines, and dependencies
• Perform critical path analysis, schedule risk assessments, and what-if scenario planning
• Track project progress and provide variance analysis against baseline schedules
• Support program reviews, including milestone and gate reviews
• Ensure compliance with DoD scheduling best practices and standards (e.g., EVMS where applicable)
• Identify schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Prepare and present schedule reports and dashboards to leadership
• Maintain data integrity within scheduling tools and ensure consistent configuration control

To be successful in this role, you will:

• The ability to obtain/maintain/transfer a DoD Secret Security Clearance
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field
• Some experience in project scheduling or project controls
• Proficiency with scheduling tools such as:
• Microsoft Project
• Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of:
• Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Schedule risk analysis
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) principles
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• The ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Navy programs
• Familiarity with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Experience working with engineering or R&D programs
• Certification(s) such as:
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)
• Experience with risk management tools and techniques