Jr Project Manager

PingWind

$79K — $107K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field
  • PMP and/or DAWIA Level III certification in Program Management
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Project Coordinator or Master Scheduler role
  • Experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle
  • Proficiency in scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera

Responsibilities

  • Support successful project execution by organizing tasks and maintaining documentation
  • Facilitate communication among team members and stakeholders
  • Balance workloads to optimize efficiency and reduce bottlenecks
  • Update schedules based on demand changes and resource availability
  • Identify potential delays and implement corrective actions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Supportive of veterans transitioning into civilian roles
Full Job Description
Job Title: Master Scheduler

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA

RequiredClearance: TS/SCI

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Certifications: PMPand/or a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III certification in Program Management

Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Project Coordinator or Master Scheduler

Position Description:

PingWind is seeking a Master Scheduler to join our team. As a Master Scheduler, you will be responsible for supporting the successful execution of projects by organizing tasks, maintaining documentation, and facilitating communication among team members and stakeholders. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that projects remain on track, meet deadlines, and align with organizational goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
• 3-5 years of experience in scheduling, production planning, or a similar role.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Proficiency in scheduling software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of supply chain and production planning processes,
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Balance workloads across teams and resources to optimize efficiency and minimize bottlenecks.
• Update schedules to reflect changes in demand, priorities, or resource availability.
• Communicate schedules and changes clearly to all relevant stakeholders.
• Proactively identify potential delays or issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records and documentation.
• Use data analysis to forecast future scheduling needs and recommend process improvements.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Desired Qualifications
• Master's Degree

Salary Range

$79k-$107k

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

Veterans are encouraged to apply

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