Senior Project Scheduler

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

1d•$144,000 - $158,000•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is hiring a Senior Project Scheduler to support a critical Air Force program at Hanscom AFB. The role develops and maintains program schedules, tracks milestones, identifies potential delays, and gives leadership visibility into mission-critical initiatives. The scheduler works with PMO team members across functional areas and provides schedule updates to customers, project teams, and program leadership. The expected annual salary range is $144,000–$158,000, dependent on the role, responsibilities, and the candidate’s experience, qualifications, education, training, and skills. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Clearance.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related discipline.
At least 8 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs.
Advanced understanding of scheduling tools, including Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), tracking project activities, milestones, and deadlines.
Collect schedule updates from PMO team members across functional areas and create Gantt charts, network diagrams, and other scheduling reports.
Monitor project schedules to ensure activities align with acquisition requirements and program objectives.
Assist with project planning, requirements development, and evaluation of timelines and resource needs.
Provide regular schedule updates to customers, project teams, and program leadership, highlighting progress and upcoming milestones.
Identify schedule delays and potential roadblocks, and recommend corrective actions to keep work on track.
Use Microsoft Project and other scheduling tools to build, update, and manage complex program schedules.
Review government and stakeholder schedules, identify potential risks, and use Earned Value Management (EVM) data to highlight schedule concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.