Project Scheduler

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

7d•$67,400 - $90,000

About The Position

Project Scheduler As a Project Scheduler, you will perform and coordinate all scheduling aspects of a complex program. You will Arrange cross-functional teams through meetings and progress measurement activities, which bring distinct and specific projects to completion on time and within budget. Ensure compliance with project management standards and company policies. This is a hands-on role that has ultimate responsibility for all assigned projects and manages customer satisfaction, definition, planning, monitoring, and execution of customer contracts. Location: Middleburg Heights Salary: $67,400 - $90,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ohio. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer. We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Coordinates project activities; Communicates changes and progress; Manages all project team activities and maintain timelines and target dates in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tool. Track progress and review project tasks to make certain deadlines are met appropriately Establish clear ownership for project tasks, ensure that team members have the tools needed, and provide timely feedback. Works with department managers to manage respective department capacity and resources. Hands-on coordination and delivery product to customer. Schedule tasks appropriate to Engineering, Product Structure, Materials, Quality, Document Coordination, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Shipping. Demonstrates effective communication both internally and externally. Formally communicates all project activities to customers and manages all communication throughout the project lifecycle. Plans, schedules, and runs key customer meetings such as Kick-off meetings, Pre-Inspection Meetings, and Progress meetings. This may also include travel to customer site. Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations at one time. Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes. Manages project change orders and control with customer and internal departments. Develops suppliers to support the project, executes purchase orders, manage PO due dates. Troubleshoot technical issues and escalate appropriately as needed. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 3-4 years of project scheduling experience. Or technical sales, quality and engineering plus 5 years of project scheduling experience.
Lifting up to 20lbs.
Standing / Sitting
Strong communication skills required: Verbal / Written / Presentation
Familiarity with project management tools and software
Strong computer skills (including proficiency with MS Office)
Ability to manage team outcomes and expectations
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong customer service, organizational, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Familiar with DOE (Department of Energy) requirements, preferred.
Oracle experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinates project activities
Communicates changes and progress
Manages all project team activities and maintain timelines and target dates in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tool
Track progress and review project tasks to make certain deadlines are met appropriately
Establish clear ownership for project tasks, ensure that team members have the tools needed, and provide timely feedback
Works with department managers to manage respective department capacity and resources
Hands-on coordination and delivery product to customer
Schedule tasks appropriate to Engineering, Product Structure, Materials, Quality, Document Coordination, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Shipping
Demonstrates effective communication both internally and externally
Formally communicates all project activities to customers and manages all communication throughout the project lifecycle
Plans, schedules, and runs key customer meetings such as Kick-off meetings, Pre-Inspection Meetings, and Progress meetings. This may also include travel to customer site
Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations at one time
Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes
Manages project change orders and control with customer and internal departments
Develops suppliers to support the project, executes purchase orders, manage PO due dates
Troubleshoot technical issues and escalate appropriately as needed
Other duties may be assigned as necessary