Integrated Master Schedule Manager

Guidehouse

. Develop, maintain, and govern Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) supporting complex Department of War acquisition, modernization, and enterprise programs .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $113,000 - $188,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS), schedule governance, and program controls for Department of War programs, with a strong focus on compliance with DCMA and GAO standards. Proficient in developing executive-level reporting and analytics to support decision-making and program execution.

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Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS)Microsoft ProjectCritical Path Methodology (CPM)Project Management Professional (PMP)Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Compliance

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Hard Skills

Schedule AnalysisFloat AnalysisVariance AnalysisResource-Loaded SchedulesSchedule Health AssessmentsExecutive Dashboards DevelopmentPerformance Metrics CommunicationSchedule Governance ProcessesProgram ControlsSchedule Integration

Soft Skills

Stakeholder AdvisingRisk ManagementCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Project OnlinePower BISharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)

Industry Keywords

Department of War (DoW)Federal ConsultingDefense Acquisition ProgramsProgram Executive Office (PEO)Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)ACATMTAERP

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and govern Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) supporting complex Department of War acquisition, modernization, and enterprise programs
Manage schedule integration across multiple stakeholders, workstreams, and program offices to align with program objectives and delivery milestones
Conduct schedule analysis, including Critical Path Methodology (CPM), float analysis, variance analysis, and schedule health assessments
Establish and maintain scheduling governance processes compliant with DCMA 14-Point Assessment criteria and GAO Schedule Assessment Guide best practices
Develop executive dashboards, reports, briefings, and performance metrics communicating schedule performance, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior government leadership
Support program reviews, governance meetings, and executive reporting activities
Advise stakeholders on schedule impacts, dependencies, and corrective actions
Lead Microsoft Project and Microsoft Project Online scheduling activities and support enterprise scheduling environments
Provide Integrated Master Schedule leadership, schedule governance, program controls, and executive decision support for Department of War programs
Serve as a key advisor to government stakeholders, supporting program execution, visibility, risk management, and mission outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree
TEN (10) or more years of experience supporting federal consulting, Department of War (DoW) programs, Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS), program controls, or program management activities
Experience developing, maintaining, and governing large, complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
Experience managing multiple schedules across complex program portfolios and coordinating dependencies across numerous stakeholders and workstreams
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Project Online
Expertise applying Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) 14-Point Assessment criteria, Critical Path Methodology (CPM), float analysis, variance analysis, and Government Accountability Office (GAO) Schedule Assessment Guide best practices
Experience developing and managing resource-loaded schedules and utilizing schedule analytics to support program execution and forecasting
Experience developing executive-level dashboards, reports, and briefing materials for senior government leadership
Experience supporting program governance, schedule reviews, compliance activities, and executive decision-making processes
Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), or similar professional certification preferred
Experience supporting Army, Program Executive Office (PEO), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), acquisition, logistics, modernization, or enterprise business system programs preferred
Experience supporting ACAT, MTA, ERP, or other large-scale defense acquisition programs preferred
Experience implementing or administering Microsoft Project Online enterprise environments preferred
Experience creating executive dashboards and performance reporting tools using Power BI, SharePoint, or similar platforms preferred
Experience serving as a scheduling Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting multiple programs or portfolios preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package
Flexible work arrangements