Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS) – VA Program

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for complex, multi-year VA programs using MS Project or equivalent tools.
• Cook up inputs from multiple project managers, functional leads, and external partners to ensure accurate schedule alignment and dependency tracking.
• Identify and resolve schedule conflicts, resource constraints, and critical path risks.
• Conduct regular schedule status reviews with VA stakeholders and internal delivery teams.
• Support integrated project planning, Earned Value Management (EVM), and reporting to ensure schedule adherence and performance tracking.
• Generate and present schedule status reports, dashboards, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Incorporate Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methods into scheduling as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with VA PMAS, TMS, and other federal delivery frameworks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience as a scheduler or project controls analyst on federal programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles (PMBOK, EVM, critical path method).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or PMI-SP certification.
• Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
• Familiarity with VA-specific tools such as PMAS, Jira, or ServiceNow.
• Prior experience working with system integrators or federal health contractors.

About the Role

rockITdata is a unique Small Disadvantaged Business (SDVOSB) services company that partners with leading commercial healthcare/life sciences organizations on cutting-edge innovations, including AI, automation, and data transformation. We bring these solutions to government entities to deliver predictable, measurable impact for the American taxpayer and consumer.

Benefits

We are committed to following our 10 Guiding Principles, which define our culture, inspire us to be the best, and empower our people to be themselves. We value people above all else, promote transparency, embrace progress, and believe in doing good.

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