Project Scheduler
Core
Develop, maintain, and assure program-level schedules for complex Defence and national security projects, ensuring alignment with Commonwealth requirements and supporting informed decision-making.
Role type
Senior Project Scheduler (Defence Programs)
Builds
Master schedules, Earned Value Management (EVM) reports, and schedule performance forecasts for Defence acquisition programs.
Domain
Defence and National Security
Required skills
Earned Value Management (EVM), Open Plan Professional (OPP), COBRA, Microsoft Project, schedule risk analysis, cost/schedule variance analysis, contract schedule review, Defence scheduling standards (ASDEFCON, CASG), stakeholder collaboration, data integrity management.
Preferred skills
Experience with Defence acquisition programs, knowledge of Commonwealth policies and legislative frameworks, ability to provide expert advice on mitigation strategies.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage project schedules using OPP and other Defence scheduling software. Apply Earned Value Management (EVM), Defence scheduling standards and ASDEFCON requirements. Review and assure contractor schedules, identifying scheduling risks, issues and opportunities for improvement. Lead EVM implementation and reporting across the program. Analyse cost/schedule variances and provide actionable insights to project leadership. Collaborate with Integrated Project Teams, contractors, and CASG stakeholders to ensure schedule alignment and timely delivery of milestones.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC