Gridiron IT is hiring: Master Scheduler in McLean

Master SchedulerLocation: Mclean, VA / Remote

Work Type: Hybrid - 25% onsite at various client sites in DMV area

Remote Work: Yes

Job Description

Our Government & Public Sector (GPS) Digital practice is helping organizations solve complex problems through purpose-led transformation. To achieve this mission, a diverse and talented team from around the globe are creating innovative digital experiences that help our clients succeed and thrive.

Our US GPS digital practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse mission needs with private sector leading practices.

You will join a talented group of professionals who are advising U.S. federal agencies with digital strategy, customer experience, process improvement, technology effectiveness, digital architecture, program integration, audit readiness and financial management, to name only a few. As a member of our GPS Digital team, you will help our clients envision, design and implement a range of high-impact digital solutions and services involving mobile technologies, customer experience, analytics, content management, cloud technologies and other services. In addition, you will work with a global team of digital practitioners on innovative technologies and help bring those solutions to market with our customers.

Responsibilities

• As a staff supporting digital practice engagements, you will be expected to work effectively as team member, share responsibilities with your peers, provide all necessary support to your peers and leadership, and be able to communicate and update the senior team members on progress made; provide all necessary support to your peers and leadership, and be able to communicate and update team members on progress. In addition, you will be responsible for the following:Provide Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) support for the entire client office.
• Provide industry expertise in creating, editing, and updating the IMS for the client and assess schedule health.
• Work to value-track program schedules that map to leadership-level strategic priorities as well as section, branch, and division-level priorities.
• Hold/lead regular progress check-ins with leadership reporting on vital TSA program schedules.
• Present recommendations to address issues or delays in the schedule.
• Provide support for Quarterly Progress Reviews (QPRs) with client leadership, and program gate reviews.
• Work in a collaborative environment and successfully manage projects based on changing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on key deliverables.
• Deliver excellent interpersonal communication, organizational, and scheduling skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to your client responsibilities, you will also be expected to fulfil staff-level responsibilities within the firm. Our staff supports people-related initiatives, including recruiting events and interview nights. Staff are also expected to support and participate in internal, firm activities, including training programs and courses in order to stay current on training requirements and continuously improve technical skills. Lastly, you will be expected to understand and follow all workplace policies and procedures, including all applicable Independence policies.

• Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher, which will be driven by the engagement requirement.
• Prior Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) support experience.
• Experience updating and editing any program plans, Gantt charts, and IMS.
• Experience coordinating both in-person and virtual meetings to gain updates and track progress toward completing items on the schedule.
• Experience creating and documenting meeting notes that relate to any changes or updates to the IMS.
• Creating processes and procedures for updating the IMS.
• Provide strong attention to detail and apply organizational skills to maintain an effective IMS.
• Experience or interest in one of the following areas:
• Emerging Technology – Including but not limited to Blockchain, Robotics Process Automation, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning, etc.
• Digital / User Experience – Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, IT Transformations, UX Design, SharePoint, Digital Product & Project Management, Prototyping, User Experience Design, etc.
• Cloud Technology – Journey-to-Cloud, Cloud Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Information Architecture, etc.

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.