Sr. Project Scheduler/Analyst (P6)

Sr. Project Scheduler

Location: Rockville, MD

Job Type: Full Time

Industry: Engineering / Nuclear

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Scheduler to lead the development, maintenance, and analysis of complex, resource-loaded project schedules. This role requires deep expertise in Primavera P6, Earned Value Management (EVM), and schedule health assessments. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines align with technical, contractual, and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed, resource-loaded project schedules using Primavera P6, aligned with industry best practices and project requirements.
• Perform advanced schedule analysis including critical path, float, and 'what-if' scenarios, and generate actionable reports.
• Conduct schedule audits and health checks using standards such as the14-Point Assessment and GAO guidelines.
• Support Earned Value Management (EVM) for cost, performance, and risk analysis.
• Maintain schedule baselines and integrate project schedules with broader enterprise-level planning.
• Collaborate with project managers, technical leads, and stakeholders to gather updates and ensure schedule accuracy.
• Analyze schedule impacts related to DOE/DOD and nuclear industry requirements.
• Contribute to technical proposals, including WBS development, cost/resource projections, and schedule inputs.
• Provide mentorship to junior schedulers and support internal training initiatives.
• Potential to grow into a leadership or management role.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Management, or a related technical field.
• 15+ years of experience in project scheduling, project controls, or related disciplines.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6and familiarity with Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of EVM principles and schedule risk analysis.
• Demonstrated experience managing schedules for complex engineering or government projects.
• Familiarity with DOE/DOD or nuclear fleet environments is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with schedule integration across multiple projects or programs.
• Knowledge of project management frameworks and tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Work Environment

• Office-based with opportunities for hybrid work depending on project needs.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented culture with clear pathways to leadership roles.