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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Scheduler to join our team!

In this role you will get to create and maintain a program schedule that integrates traditional Earned Value Management and Agile Development within the FORGE program.

The Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution System (FORGE) is a program that will utilize the resources and capabilities of both the legacy Space Based-Infrared System (SBIRS) and the Next Generation OPIR system. FORGE will use current ground architecture to leverage newer technologies, facilitate the addition of new systems, and incorporate these into a common C2 architecture that includes infrastructure, platform, and core services.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develops, establishes, and maintains all aspects of the planning/scheduling effort on one or more of the larger, more complex and demanding projects
• Incumbent utilizes his/her broad experience, expertise, and exposure to various types of company projects and clients.
• The successful candidate will be a part of the Project Controls organization reporting to the Scheduling Manager
• Work with individuals within the project to ensure accurate and timely report of project progress
• Perform weekly and monthly schedule updates to support monthly reporting both internally and to the client
• Review and evaluate the Critical Path and suggested mitigation strategies
• Perform planning support for Control Account Managers (CAMS)
• Coordinate any needed vendor/subcontractor schedules within the Integrated Master Project Schedule
• Evaluate any needed changes while maintaining baseline control.  May perform time impact analysis of project schedule delays as needed
• Perform and prepare earned value analyses including narratives or summaries to present to Project Manager and client

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 4 year degree in Business Administration, Construction Management or engineering or related field experience and 5+ years of related work experience
• Proficient PC skills including a working knowledge of various software within the Microsoft Office Suite to support your role
• Microsoft Project experience is a must
• Experience with reporting the schedule at different levels and view
• Experience with a resource loaded schedule and maintaining baseline control is preferred
• Working knowledge of EVMS Standard (EIA 748-D)
• Basic understanding of Agile Practices
• Team member – dedicated to working and coordinating with others
• Proven accuracy, reliability and completeness in a job assignment
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely – both written and oral

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Secret Clearance

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$70,500.00 - $123,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!