Master Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Master Scheduler

Job Description

The Master Scheduler develops, maintains, and manages integrated schedules for major facilities construction, building modifications, utility upgrades, and production equipment installations. This role coordinates timelines across internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate sequencing, minimize operational disruption, and support projects being delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage a comprehensive master integrated schedule covering facilities construction, building modifications, utility upgrades, and production equipment installations.
• Coordinate project timelines across Facilities, Engineering, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, Procurement, OEM vendors, and external contractors to ensure alignment and accurate sequencing of activities.
• Perform critical path analysis to identify schedule risks, key dependencies, and opportunities to optimize project timelines.
• Conduct resource loading reviews to ensure appropriate staffing and resource allocation across multiple simultaneous projects.
• Prepare and deliver weekly schedule reports and executive-level reporting that clearly communicate project status, risks, and upcoming milestones.
• Evaluate and review vendor and contractor schedules to ensure consistency with the master schedule and overall project objectives.
• Support permit-related and compliance-driven milestone tracking to keep projects aligned with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Use master scheduling and project scheduling software, including Microsoft Project, to build, update, and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Collaborate closely with supply chain and procurement teams to align material availability and vendor commitments with project timelines.
• Translate complex schedule data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated project scheduling experience, ideally 3–7+ years, managing complex, multi-phase initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or comparable project scheduling tools.
• Hands-on experience with master scheduling software and schedule planning in a manufacturing or facilities-focused environment.
• Experience coordinating schedules for multiple simultaneous complex projects, including construction and equipment installations.
• Strong communication and reporting skills, with the ability to present complex schedule information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to perform critical path analysis and resource loading reviews to optimize project timelines.
• Experience with construction administration and understanding of construction-related scheduling requirements.
• Familiarity with manufacturing scheduling and aligning production activities with facilities and equipment projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Facilities, Engineering, Operations, EH&S, Procurement, and external vendors.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate, up-to-date schedules and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with supply chain teams to integrate material availability and vendor lead times into project schedules.
• Experience in coordinating with OEM vendors and external contractors on schedule development and updates.
• Comfort preparing both weekly operational reports and executive-level summaries tailored to different stakeholder needs.
• Ability to support permit and compliance-driven milestone tracking and incorporate regulatory requirements into project schedules.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for schedule optimization.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role based in a facilities and operations environment, working closely with engineering, operations, EH&S, procurement, and external vendors. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with work centered around office-based planning and coordination using tools such as Microsoft Project and other scheduling software. The position involves regular collaboration with cross-functional teams, review of construction and installation plans, and participation in meetings to align project timelines and milestones.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middle River, MD.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Middle River,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.