Project Scheduler Job in Walnut Creek 94596, California US
Project Scheduler
The Project Managers / PMA to provide schedule management and to ensure timely execution of project tasks and activities. Also track monthly spending and report to assess if the project is spending to budget. Produce multiple reports weekly and monthly gathering inputs, consolidating content reviewing with project director and ensuring the content is approved and posted on time.t
tMajor Areas of Responsibility/Tasks (list in order of importance)t
tDuties will include:
tProvide detailed project schedules, develop and maintain integrated master schedules, manage forecast and change control, collect and track performance metrics, and assist in critical path and variance analyses.
tProvide analyses and recommendations regarding corrective action measures or changes regarding schedule revisions, resource adjustments, funding allocations, and resource requirements to ensure that projects meet or exceed schedule commitments.
tCollect and consolidate input for various reports (status, financial, etc) review with director and publish/post on time.
tDemonstrate advanced proficiency using Project Management tools and processes.
tThe successful candidate will be highly detail oriented, organized individual with initiative to stay on track for varied and demanding reporting requirements
Bachelors Degree or at least 6 years practical experience.
At least 6 years experience providing and managing a detailed master schedule for a complex Information Technology project involving software development and/or I.T. Infrastructure.
Advanced knowledge of Project Standards and Best Practices, including Project Life Cycles, Work Breakdown Structures, Change Control Processes, and Delivery Methodologies.
Advanced proficiency using MS Project to create, manage, and maintain work plans with greater than 1000 lines which includes non-labor tasks using material resources, proper dependencies; and effort-level tasks that are properly resource loaded for projects with values in excess of $5M.
Ability to manage and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule in a non-MS Project Server setting with proper inter-project dependencies, external dependencies, shared resources, and multiple calendars.
Advanced expertise using and properly explaining critical paths, baselines, milestones, task types, calendars and resource leveling; knowledge of the difference of % complete and % work complete; advanced ability to use built-in MS Project views including Task Usage, Resource Usage, Tracking Gantt, Task Forms, and Resource Forms.
Ability to manage a Global.mpt and, as necessary, create custom fields, filters, groups, calendars, tables, and views in MS Project;
Detailed knowledge of MS Project application settings and file settings to provide expert support to Project Managers and other MS Project users.
Experience using Earned Value Management (EVM)
Demonstrated experience in working with program managers, multiple project managers, and project team members to develop and maintain detailed work plans, including tracking and managing project schedules to keep them current, monitoring project costs, and collecting and managing actuals.
Ability to quickly learn and demonstrate proficiency in master enterprise tools such as HPs Project and Portfolio Management Center (PPMC).
Experience in assessing and interpreting project health and project work plan reports.
Ability to drive and conduct real-time schedule reviews while incorporating team inputs into the project plan during these reviews.Ability to work with limited supervision in an Information Technology work environment; effectively operate in a fast-moving and dynamic organization; demonstrate a proactive approach in managing project schedules
Analytical and organizational skills with the ability to diplomatically persuade and/or assert when necessary.
Possess excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in other MS Office Products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio.
Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) desired
PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) desired
Office Project 2007 Technical Specialist certification 70-632 desired
Knowledge of Network Diagram, Objects, Organizer, and Export/Import Maps a plus
About Insight Global
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