Job Information
Aston Carter Scheduler in Sterling Heights, Michigan
Description:
Shows wide-ranging past experience working with cross functional and with integrated process teams on complex activities; works well with groups
Demonstrates an understanding of how to employ participatory leadership techniques and management fundamentals in the process of working with teams in the planning, development, and management of integrated, complex project schedules
Can lead and manage a group when necessary
Shows an ability to analyze technical requirements, budget and management timelines, mandatory processes and procedures, and leadership guidance, translate them into complex integrated project schedules
Have the ability to understand and analyze complex systems and activities
Able to apply fundamental and advanced project development techniques to the creation and formulation of complex integrated project schedules
Grasps the essentials of schedule development and schedule management; demonstrates experience and competency in current schedule development (e.g. Microsoft Project and PowerPoint/Excel), schedule logic (Defense Contract Management Agency 14-point evaluation and analysis techniques), and schedule analysis tools, techniques, and software to ensure the integrated schedules developed are complete, technically sound, and can be assessed for the impacts of possible changes to timing and task content
Has familiarity with scheduling tools of the trade to include logic and analysis software.
Modeling techniques with respect to cost and schedule.
DoD Integrated Master Plan and Integrated Master Schedule Preparation and Use Guide
Skills:
project management, project scheduling, Microsoft project, Microsoft office
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Education / experience requirements: Master's Degree in Project Management, Business Management/Administration or other related field PLUS minimum of 1 year experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Business Management/Administration or other related field PLUS 7 years of experience OR Bachelor's
Degree in any field with a minimum of 9 years of specialized experience covering the specific tasks required by the position OR 15 or more years of scheduler experience with a minimum of two years in Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) Acquisition Category.
A minimum of five consecutive years, within the last ten years, experience as a program scheduler developing and maintaining schedules of complex government or commercial engineering or technical programs (preferably ground combat vehicle systems experience). Experience working on military acquisition programs.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience utilizing project management/ scheduling tool software suites: Microsoft Project; or KIDASA Milestone Professional; or Oracle Primavera; or Barbecana Full Monte; and software using the Monte Carlo simulation tools (e.g. @RISK).
Have regularly and on a recurring basis participated as an active member of a process team in the formulation of integrated project plans, and have been directly responsible for representing the activities and tasks of that plan in the of an integrated schedule.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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