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We have a new opportunity for an experienced Master Project Scheduler to deliver a scheduling service to a key program. You'll be working on a high profile program delivering a Health Management System; a meaningful initiative that enables and supports the Australian defence operations.
This role will see you work in a team of Project Managers and Australian Government stakeholders to develop and maintain the scheduling capability and artefacts of control. You will also assess project risks/issues with the Deputy Program Director, Project Managers and senior stakeholders, helping to develop schedule controls to meet customer goals and objectives.
A typical day will see you;
- Implement best practices across the program with regards to Scheduling and the service capability (Scheduling as a Service);
- Develop, monitor and review project schedules;
- Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers and other internal and external stakeholders;
- Assess project risks/issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives;
- Manage the Program schedule and prepare the status reports;
- Analyse data and prepare reviews;
- Undertake EVM procedures according to existing procedures, and support financial reporting requirements;
- Work with program management to plan and manage program resource requirements;
- Work with the Leidos Australia Scheduling as a Service (SCaaS) unit as a member of the team.
About You & What You’ll Bring
The successful candidate will be able to effectively develop and manage multiple schedules in a dynamic and demanding environment using a range of scheduling methods, considering both traditional and AGILE delivery methodologies. This role offers autonomy and will reward the successful candidate who shows initiative and supports innovation. Leidos Australia has a supportive network of schedulers who will be available to provide insight and support to new schedulers into the organisation.
- Ability to engage, lead and influence a complex set of stakeholders;
- Demonstrable ability to consistently produce excellent results in a complex environment;
- Working knowledge of other related disciplines including forecasting and cost estimation;
- Expertise in MS Project;
- Advanced experience in EVM and related project financials.
This role will require the successful applicant to have an active Baseline or NV1 Security Clearance.
Additional Information
What You'll Love
Over the last year, we have successfully adapted our approach to enable everyone - whether working remotely from home, an office or a customer site – to continue to be collaborative, productive and, above all, safe and healthy. We proudly embrace diversity and support our people at every stage of their Leidos journey in terms of inclusion, accessibility and flexibility.
At Leidos, you will be valued, included and supported. So if you are open-minded and keen to Be the difference, we look forward to welcoming you.
Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
