Program Scheduling & EVMS - Program Scheduling Lead

About the Role

• Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) data is the basis for effective Monitor & Control efforts during program execution; the objective is to provide clear information for Program Management (PM) decision making
• The selected individual will work in the Program Scheduling & EVMS (PS&EV) department within the U.S. Operations Finance directorate
• Will perform planning, scheduling and analysis tasks for GDLS PM teams
• Should have a solid understanding and appreciation for the Systems Engineering / Product Development process flow (and the artifacts therein)

• As an extension of the PM team, work proactively to ensure all program structuring information is properly generated (per GDLS PM/Project Management Guidelines) for proposals and subsequent execution
• Ensure Scheduling output meets or exceeds all standards and best practices (DFARS /7002, ANSI/EIA 748, GDLS EVMS System Description, etc.)
• Implement PS&EV best practices to develop and maintain an IMS that provides Actionable Information for all stakeholders during execution
• Develop and maintain Program IMS and supporting data (i.e., Desktop Metrics) that are the basis for generating Schedule & Cost Reporting information (BEI, SPI, SV, CPI, CV, TCPI, ETC, EAC, VAC)
• Perform Critical / Driving Path Analysis and Schedule Risk Assessments
• Implement Baseline Change Requests (BCR) and assess impacts to the Program Measurement Baseline (PMB)
• Work with the Product Team Leads / Control Account Managers (CAM) to generate proper status and forecasting data
• Foster an EVMS-oriented Program execution environment, which may include informal training to users as needed
• Become Subject Matter Expert (SME) for GDLS Project Scheduling software tools (i.e., Deltek Open Plan, MS Project A/R)

• Bachelors of Science in Business/Management, Finance, Engineering, or another related field of study
• Must have an understanding of Project Management principles (Project Management Institute (PMI) / PMBoK knowledge preferred)
• Must have an understanding of the Systems Engineering / Product Development process
• Should be familiar and/or understand the significance of the GDLS Standard Work Breakdown Structure (S-WBS) in Program Planning & IMS Development
• Must be able to think logically and strive to implement balanced, pragmatic solutions
• Must have the ability to understand, organize, prioritize, and communicate schedule and cost issues to all stakeholders
• Should have strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Minimal travel and overtime work may be required