Integrated Master Scheduler, Business Analyst

Diaconia

. Build and maintain Microsoft Project schedules using defined Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), task durations, milestones, dependencies, and assigned responsibilities .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Microsoft Project for schedule creation and maintenance, including task hierarchies and dependencies, while effectively communicating with stakeholders and coordinating project inputs. Possesses foundational knowledge in project management principles and federal acquisition processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Project SchedulingProject CoordinationCritical-Path AnalysisIntegrated Master Plans (IMPs)Public Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Schedule CreationTask HierarchiesDependenciesMilestonesProgress TrackingSchedule Logic ExplanationAnalytical ExperienceReporting Inputs

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Federal AcquisitionProgram ManagementIntegrated Master PlansScreening Technology Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain Microsoft Project schedules using defined Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), task durations, milestones, dependencies, and assigned responsibilities
Meet with program and technical staff to develop planning assumptions, confirm logical task sequences, and document realistic completion dates
Collect status updates; enter actual starts/finishes, remaining durations, and approved changes; compare progress with the approved schedule baseline
Identify missing dependencies, conflicting dates, delayed milestones, and potential critical-path impacts
Flag concerns and help evaluate recovery options with the scheduling lead
Support common IMS templates and integration of assigned portfolio schedules
Prepare milestone summaries, look-ahead schedules, and accessible briefing inputs
Coordinate impacts with financial and risk analysts
Support initial IMS delivery within 30 days after contract award, followed by weekly updates and updates arising from meetings
Prepare assigned schedule analyses and reporting inputs
Work under the guidance of the Program Manager or senior scheduler

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, project management, operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
0–2 years of project coordination, scheduling, or related analytical experience; internships and substantive academic projects may be considered
Hands-on Microsoft Project experience creating and updating schedules, including task hierarchies, dependencies, milestones, baselines, and progress tracking
Ability to explain schedule logic, organize inputs from multiple task owners, and communicate clearly using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
U.S. citizen as required by federal client
Public Trust Clearance
Preferred: exposure to federal acquisition or program management, Integrated Master Plans (IMPs), screening technology programs, or critical-path analysis