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Job: Program Controls Scheduler
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Contract to Hire (with potential for extension or conversion)
Pay Range: $40-55/hour, depending on experience and skillset
Position Overview
We are working with a client seeking an experienced Scheduler / Project Controls Specialist to support complex, high-visibility accounting projects within a highly regulated environment. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules to ensure projects remain on track and aligned with overall program objectives.
This is a full-time, on-site position operating on a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees to work extended hours Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off. Occasional travel to clients or project sites may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules using Microsoft Project and other scheduling tools.
- Support Earned Value Management reporting through alignment of schedule, cost, and resource data.
- Collaborate with project managers, analysts, Cost Account Managers, and cross-functional teams to ensure schedule accuracy and performance tracking.
- Monitor project progress, identify schedule risks or delays, and develop mitigation strategies to support project success.
- Coordinate resource planning and scheduling activities to help ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved on time.
- Prepare and communicate schedule updates, status reports, and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of schedule revisions, updates, and project documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
- Ensure scheduling activities comply with contractual requirements, internal procedures, and government regulations.
- Facilitate communication between project teams and stakeholders regarding schedule impacts and project timelines.
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members as needed.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- 4+ years of project scheduling, project controls, or related experience
- Active DoD Secret Clearance is preferred, but candidates eligible to obtain clearance can also be considered.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in project management, business, engineering, or related field preferred but not required.
- Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project controls practices.
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP systems preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Project or comparable scheduling software.
- Experience developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
Employment is contingent upon completing the company’s initial hiring process, meeting all health and safety compliance requirements, and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
If you are interested in being considered, please apply with an attachment of your current resume!
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