Schedule Manager

Summary

Join VetsEZ as a Schedule Manager to support a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) project. The ideal candidate will possess strong project scheduling and performance tracking experience, effectively communicating data-driven insights to diverse stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing and managing integrated project schedules, monitoring project performance, analyzing data to identify risks and propose solutions, and generating comprehensive performance reports. The role requires collaboration with various teams and stakeholders. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience are necessary, along with proficiency in project scheduling tools and strong analytical and reporting skills. Additional qualifications such as VA program experience and Agile knowledge are beneficial.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Project Management, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in project scheduling, performance analysis, or project controls in a government or large enterprise environment
• Proficient in project scheduling and tracking tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or Smartsheet
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Experience preparing narrative and graphic reports, including dashboards and executive summaries
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with federal project reporting standards and methodologies

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated project schedules using industry-standard tools to track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies
• Maintain tools and dashboards to monitor project performance across cost, schedule, and scope
• Analyze data to identify risks, delays, or deviations and propose corrective actions
• Generate and deliver routine and ad hoc performance reports to internal teams and government stakeholders
• Present analytical findings clearly through narrative summaries and data visualizations (charts, timelines, etc.)
• Support program and project teams with forecasting, planning, and tracking key metrics to ensure successful delivery
• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and technical leads to gather inputs and ensure scheduling alignment across workstreams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on VA programs or other federal healthcare IT projects
• Knowledge of Agile, SAFe, or other project management methodologies
• Ability to obtain government clearance

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with Employer Match
• PTO + Federal Holidays
• Corporate Laptop
• Training opportunities
• Remote Opportunity