Microsoft Project Scheduler

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Job Summary

The Microsoft Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated project schedules using Microsoft Project. This role supports project managers and stakeholders by ensuring accurate planning, progress tracking, resource alignment, and schedule risk identification across one or more projects or programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project
• Define work breakdown structures (WBS), task dependencies, milestones, and critical paths
• Track project progress, update schedules, and report variances (schedule, scope, resources)
• Collaborate with program managers and engineering to validate plans and assumptions
• Analyze schedule risks and impacts; recommend mitigation strategies
• Manage resource loading, leveling, and forecasting within schedules
• Produce schedule reports, dashboards, and status updates for leadership
• Support baseline creation, change control, and scenario analysis
• Ensure schedules align with organizational standards and governance processes

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a project scheduler using Microsoft Project
• Strong understanding of project scheduling principles (CPM, dependencies, baselines, critical path)
• Experience supporting complex, cross‑functional projects
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Project (Desktop and/or Online)
• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft 365 tools

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple schedules simultaneously
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Proactive, self‑directed, and collaborative work style