MS Project Scheduler

CGI•All, AL

2d•$79,600 - $194,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Want to build new possibilities? We're doing that. We're growing rapidly and are looking for a MS Project Scheduler. If you're looking for an opportunity where you can work with cutting-edge technology and grow your career in exciting ways, then CGI is the place for you. We're a close-knit team that has access to global resources. You'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of industries, technologies, and geographies, all while enjoying the personal touch that our local operating approach offers. Growth at CGI is driven by your goals, so if you're looking for an inclusive place where you're empowered to chart your own path, then we'd love to meet you. This position can be located at any CGI office in the U.S, preferred location is Austin, Texas and/or any CGI Office in the State of Texas; a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

5+ years of Project Scheduling experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Office Management or related discipline
8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
Expert MS Project skills, including knowledge of macros
Knowledge and experience in schedule quality analysis
Know-how to perform critical path analysis of schedules within MS Project or other tools
Ability to develop fully networked schedules using predecessors and successors along with effective activity duration affording discreet progress measurement
Scheduling experience with a strong project management background understanding project management processes
Experience working on integrating SDLC review gates into an IMS supporting project lifecycle implementation teams

Responsibilities

Create and update resource loaded schedules using MS Project
Implement baseline changes into the Integrated Master Schedule by collaborating with applicable stakeholders
Apply recognized industry best scheduling practices to develop and maintain program schedules
Produce product/deliverable based WBS and WBS Dictionary per project and agency specific guidelines
Identify, develop and implement processes improving scheduling and coordination efforts
Bring experience reviewing schedules and comparing planned versis actual progress
Conduct what-if analysis
Provide hands-on scheduling support and work closely with Service Delivery Managers, PMO Analysts, team leads, clients and partners
Identify risks to the program and recommend mitigation strategies for those risks
Create narrative, graphic, and oral status reports

Benefits

Competitive compensation including profit participation program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
10 paid holidays per year
At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs